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Gokul
Uttar PradeshGokul is a small town in the Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, renowned for its significance in Hindu mythology as the childhood home of Lord Krishna. It is located 15 kilometres south-east of Mathura and is an important Hindu pilgrimage site.
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Temples in Gokul
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Priyakant Ju Temple
Birla Mandir
Radha Gokulananda Mandir
Katyayani Peeth Temple
Shahji Temple
Shri Radha Vallabh Temple
Nidhivan Temple
Kesava Deo Temple
Radha Raman Temple
Banke Bihari Temple
Rangji Temple
Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple
Prem Mandir
Maan Mandir
Brahmand Ghat Temple
Shri Krishna Pranami Param Dham
Asheshwar Mahadev Temple
Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple
Augharnath Mandir
Radha Damodar Temple
Gokulnathji Temple
Daan Ghati Temple
Shri Radha Madan Mohan Temple
Radha Rani Temple
Kalkaji Mandir
How to Reach Gokul
Transportation
Emergency ContactReach by Air
The closest airport is in Agra, 54 kilometres away. You can arrange a taxi from the Agra airport to reach Gokul. Alternatively, you can travel from the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, which is 186 km away.
Reach by Train
The nearest railway station is in Mathura, 7 km from Gokul. You can reserve a cab from the train station to reach Gokul.
Reach by Road
Local transportation options include buses, taxis, and auto-rickshaws.
Historical Timeline
- In the 16th century, Vallabha arrived in Braj and searched for the lost site of Gokul, which was pointed out by the goddess Jamna
- Vallabha's son, Viṭṭhalanātha, set up his residence in Gokul and expanded the town, establishing it as a religious center
- Viṭṭhalanātha received imperial firmans from Akbar, making his landholdings in Gokul tax-exempt with state protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Gokul is significant as it is where Lord Krishna was raised by his foster parents, Nand Baba and Yashoda, and where many of his childhood exploits took place.
