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Dwarkadheesh Temple or Sri Dwarakdhish Mandir, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh

  • Dwarkadheesh Temple  or Sri Dwarakdhish Mandir, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh

Sri Dwarkadheesh Mandir is one of the oldest and largest temples of Mathura. The Dwarkadhish temple, touted as one of the holiest temples in the city of Mathura, is famous all over the country for its elaborate architecture and paintings. Built only in the year 1814, the temple is relatively new.  Situated within the perimeter of the city's holy gate, near the ghats of River Yamuna, the whole temple and its surrounding is a hub of a lot of interesting activities. Thousands of devotees gather  here every day to experience the divine aura of the opulent temple. An array of beautiful ceiling paintings showcasing the various aspects of the Lord's life and the beautiful Rajasthani architectural designs and carving makes the complex look even more magnanimous. The beautiful black coloured marble idol of the Lord has four arms, two on his waist and two upwards while transporting your soul into a dimension full of peace and serenity. The beautiful shringar of the Lord is awe-inspiring and very aesthetic.  The Dwarkadhish temple is currently managed by the followers of Vaishnava sect (started by Mahaprabhu Vallabhacharya) and is a centre for lots of interesting activities all year round especially during the Shravan months when the Lord's Idol is placed inside a Hindola a (type of a swing set). Other important festivals celebrated are Holi, Diwali and Janmashtami. 

Temple Address: Raja Dhiraj Bazar Road, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh 281001

Contact Details: 0565-2406372

Temple Timings: from 6am to 12 Noon and 3pm to 8-30pm

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