Lying 15 km from Mathura and noted for its numerous temples, is Vrindavan where Lord Krishna spent an eventful youth. The name 'Vrindavan' refers to scented groves and forests. The place is connected to Mathura and all other places of interest in Braj by rail and bus services.

       Some important temples in Vrindavan are located near the Kali Ghat which was built by Kapur Ram Das of Multan. This is the oldest existent temple in the town today. The temple is closely associated with saint Chaitanya. The city of Mathura in Uttar Pradesh is the birth place of Lord Krishna and is an important pilgrimage centre. Mathura is the nucleus of Brajbhoomi. The city stretches along the right bank of the river Yamuna and abounds in temples and shrines. The area of Mathura district is 3,780 sqkm. It is situated at an altitude of 187 m.

Season & Clothing
       Maximum temperature during summer shoots up to 45 degree Celsius and minimum upto 22 degree, while in winters maximum temperature can rise to 32 degree and minimum can dip to 14 degree. It receives an annual rainfall of 65 cms from June to September. One must carry cottons for summer and light woollens for winters.

Languages
       Among the main languages used in the city are Hindi, English and Brajbhasha.