Full day · 9–11 hrs
Barsana, Nandgaon & Govardhan
Barsana Shriji Temple · Kirti Mandir · Nandgaon · Radha Kund +2 more
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Braj, Uttar Pradesh
Barsana
Radha Rani’s village on the Bhanugarh hill
- From Vrindavan
- About 45 km
- Time needed
- Half day
- Best time
- October to March; Holi week for the fes…
Hilltop village of Radha Rani, famous for the Shriji temple and the Lathmar Holi celebrated here every spring.
Barsana is built around the hills where Radha is said to have grown up. The Shri Radha Rani (Shriji) temple crowns the hill and is reached by a long flight of steps; a ropeway now offers an easier option for some visitors.
Holi in Barsana
Lathmar Holi draws very large crowds in the days before Holi. If you plan to visit then, book your vehicle well ahead and expect parking far from the centre.
What to see
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01
Shri Radha Rani Temple (Shriji)
Hilltop temple, the centre of Barsana
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02
Kirti Mandir
Temple dedicated to Radha’s mother Kirti
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03
Maan Mandir
Hill shrine with views over Braj
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04
Prem Sarovar
Sacred pond on the road to Nandgaon
Local tips
- The climb to Shriji temple is steep — elderly visitors can use the ropeway where operating
- Combine with Nandgaon (about 8 km away) and Govardhan
Best time to visit: October to March; Holi week for the festival
Tours that include Barsana
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