Govardhan

A blend of history and spirituality, Govardhan is a walk amidst the mythological tales. From temples to scenic sites to quaint hideouts, Govardhan is perfect for those seeking the blessings of the almighty.

Best Time to Visit

October and March

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A town known for its mythology and heritage, Govardhan owes its significance to Lord Krishna. The legend says that the locals of the villagers were one-day preparing for annual offering to Lord Indra when Krishna saw this and decided to discuss it with the villagers. Lord Krishna argued with villagers over the importance of Dharma which the villagers need to follow. He said that the villagers should do their duty and focus on their crops and cattle. Agreeing to Krishna’s philosophy, villagers decided to withhold the offering to Indra. Angered over this, Indra decided to flood the village with continuous rains. In order to protect the villagers, Lord Krishna lifted Mount Govardhan and the villagers took shelter under it, which eventually led to Indra conceding defeat to a young Lord Krishna.

Another legend states that Govardhan Hill after which the town is named is cursed. Once it was a giant mountain, today the mountain is reduced to just a small hillock owning to a curse placed on it. Legend states that the Rishi Pulastya placed a curse on the mountain that Govardhan Hill would reduce one mustard seed size every day. The story goes that Rishi Pulastya requested Dronakala that he too wished to take his son from Mathura to Kashi.

Dronakala gave permission with a condition that Rishi would have to carry Govardhan and he could not keep Govardhan down before Kashi. The Rishi agreed to the condition and the journey began. While passing through Brij Mandal, which was frequently visited by Lord Krishna, Govardhan wanted to feel the divine presence of Lord Krishna. In order to do so, Govardhan intentionally became heavy, forcing Rishi to keep him down. This led to Rishi cursing the hill. A parikrama(circumambulation) performed around the Govardhan hill is considered auspicious and generally, pilgrims perform dandavata (full prostration) Parikrama. This ritual is one of the must things to do as a spiritual purification and there are many variations of it that you can take part in.

An ardent believer of Dharma and Karma, Krishna’s teaching still reverberates through the town’s premises. With numerous temples dedicated to Lord Krishna to the famous Govardhan hill, the town is a popular pilgrimage destination in Uttar Pradesh. It also boasts of two more pilgrimage attractions - Kusum Sarovar and Manasi Ganga.

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Best Time to Visit Govardhan

The summer season starts from the month of April and lasts till June. During the summer period, the temperature ranges between 28℃ and 45℃. The days are extremely hot with temperature going as high as 46℃, the nights are moderate.

The monsoon season in Govardhan starts around July and lasts till September. The temperature during the period ranges between 24℃ and 32℃. You can visit Govardhan during Janmashtami which falls in the month of August. The monsoon season witnesses a decent amount of rainfall.

The best time to visit Govardhan, the cold winter season of Govardhan allows for a comfortable day sightseeing tour. The winter season starts from October and lasts till March. The temperature during the season ranges between 5℃ and 25℃. Govardhan Pooja during the month of October or November is also a major tourist attraction in the town.

Popular Attractions Govardhan

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Daan Ghati Mandir Govardhan

The presiding deity of this popular shrine in Govardhan is manifested in the form of rock which is believed to be degrading into soil by few millimetres every year.

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Govardhan Parikrama Govardhan

The ritual of Govardhan Parikrama is considered even more sacred if it is performed with milk. In the ritual, devotees carry a pot with a hole at the bottom, which remains filled with the milk.

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Kusum Sarovar Govardhan

Kusum Sarovar is one of those famous places of tourist interest that lies on the route of Govardhan Parikrama.

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Mansi Ganga Kund Govardhan

As per the beliefs, a sacred bath in the water of the kund (pond) sanctifies one from all sins.

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