Situated on the banks of the river Yamuna in Uttar Pradesh, the sacred city of Mathura is a renowned as the birthplace of Lord Krishna, Mathura is one of Hinduism’s seven holy cities, attracting throngs of pilgrims’ eager to follow in the footsteps of their beloved deity. Mathura, along with its twin city Vrindavan (Krishna’s spiritual abode), forms the heart of Braj Bhoomi, 15 kilometers from Mathura lies Krishna’s spiritual home. This sacred city is not only the place where Krishna’s playful flute tunes were heard but also the stage for his divine acts (Leelas). The importance of the city is further enhanced by the poems of renowned Bhakti Movement poets like Surdas, Raskhan and Meerabai, who have immortalized Vrindavan in their verses.
