Akrur Ji Mandir/ Ghat
About and History Akrur Mandir
According to the Shrimad Bhagavatam, when Akrur was taking Krishna and Balaram from Vrindavan to Mathura on the order of Kansh, they halted on the way on the banks of the Yamuna. While Krishna and Balaram rested under a tree there, Akrura went to take bath and had Darshan of Krishna and Balaram as Vishnu reclining on Ananta Shesha. The place where this pastime was enacted came to be known as Akrur Ghat. This is also the place where the residents of Vrindavan saw the Vaikuntha planets in the water of the Yamuna. This place assumes significance from the fact that Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu made Akrura Ghat His headquarters as long as He was in Vrindavan when He came here from Varanasi. Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu also took bath in the Yamuna here and remained submerged in the water for a long time. At Akrura Ghat is now a temple of Akrura with Krishna and Balarama. Opposite the altar is a deity of a Surabhi cow, and next to it is the lotus footprint of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. A little to the right of the altar is an old banyan tree, which is said to be where Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu rested.
Architecture of Akrur Mandir :-
Today, Akrur Ghat stands adorned with temple dedicated to Akrur, where he is revered alongside the divine figure of Krishna and Balrama. On the opposite side of the altar, a majestic deity of Surabhi, the divine cow, graces and sanctum. Adjacent to it, etched upon the sacred ground, lies the lotus footprint of Shri chaitanya Mhaprabhu Ji
A tangible testament of His divine presence. And just a little to the right of the altar, an ancient banyan tree stands as timeless witness, where it is believed that chaitanya Mahaprabhu Himself used to rest.
Akrur mandir Timing :-
| Morning | 08:00–12:00 |
|---|---|
| Evening | 04:00-08:00 |
Akrur Ghat was always open this is the timing of Akrur temple
Time Required to Explore Akrur Ghat :- 25–30 mints
Akrur temple Location : –
By Auto-rickshaw or Taxi:
- Exit the Mathura Railway Station and proceed towards the main road. You can hire an auto-rickshaw or taxi from just outside the station.
- Inform the driver that you want to go to the Akrur Temple. The temple is located about 5 kilometers from the railway station and the ride should take approximately 15 minutes depending on traffic conditions.
- The fare for the auto-rickshaw or taxi will vary depending on the distance traveled and your bargaining skills. It is recommended to agree on a fare before getting into the vehicle.
By Bus:
- Exit the Mathura Railway Station and walk towards the old bus stand, which is located about 1 kilometer from the station. You can take an auto-rickshaw or taxi to get there if you have luggage.
- At the old bus stand, inquire about buses going to Vrindavan. Akrur Temple is located on the way to Vrindavan.
- Board the bus and inform the conductor that you want to get down at Akrur Temple. The bus ride should take approximately 20–30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
- The bus fare will be very nominal.
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