About Mathura
Amroha to Mathura distnce : 244 km
Estimated travel time : 4.3 hours
Mathura a small quaint town of the Uttar Pradesh is situated on the banks of the river Yamuna is one of the most famous sacred destinations of the Hindus. Founded in the ages of gods the town is major religious center of Hinduism, Buddhism And Jainism.
Mathura is The birth place of the Lord Krishna also he spent early years of his life there. Also every place of the Mathura has the essence of the divinity of Lillas of the Lord Krishna. It is also a famous centre of Buddhism in ancient India, the place was known for a great school of sculpture known as Mathura School of Art which flourished under the Kushana dynasty in the 1st century AD. Also a town form where the last omniscient, the great Shri Jambu Swami attained salvation. It is one of the seven sacred cities (Sapta Mahapuris) and an important place of pilgrimage, Mathura and the surrounding villages of Vrindavan, Goverdhan and Gokul are popularly referred to as “Braj-Bhoomi“. Apart from that it also has ranges of the sites that showcase the great history of India like Sati Burj is a 16th-century memorial tower, Dwarkadhish Temple that has a black-marble idol of Lord Krishna, Brij ki Holi, Peda that also get GI Tag. Being a one of the heritage city of the India it is also chosen for the Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana scheme of Government of India.
Taxi from Amroha to Mathura is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Amroha to Mathura by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Amroha to Mathura distance is 244 Km and is 4.3 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Moradabad - Known for its brass handicrafts, Moradabad is a city that lies on the route from Amroha to Mathura. You can visit the famous brass market and explore various artistic creations.
2. Aligarh - Aligarh is renowned for its educational institutions, with Aligarh Muslim University being a prominent one. You can also visit Aligarh Fort and the Sir Syed House Museum.
3. Agra - Agra is a popular tourist destination famous for the magnificent Taj Mahal. It is worth considering a visit to this iconic landmark if you have time. Other attractions in Agra include Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri.
4. Vrindavan - Situated near Mathura, Vrindavan is a holy town associated with Lord Krishna. It is home to numerous temples, including the famous Banke Bihari Temple and ISKCON Temple.
5. Mathura - The final destination, Mathura, is one of the holiest cities for Hindus as it is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna. The major attractions in Mathura include Krishna Janmabhoomi, Dwarkadhish Temple, and Vishram Ghat.
Tourist Attractions
Shri Krishna Janamsthal Temple
The Dwarkadhish Temple
Birla Mandir
Govardhan Hill
Rangji Temple
Radha Kund
Radha Vallabh Mandir
Kusum Sarovar
Vishram Ghat
Brij Holi
Museum
Jama Masjid
Kans Qila
Nandgaon
Barsana
Jaiguru Dev Mandir
Bhuteshwar Mahadev Mandir
Vaishno Devi Mandir
Kokilavan
Potara Kund
Gopishvar Mahadev Temple
Chamunda Devi Temple
Dauji Mandir
Krishna Nagar Market
Gokul (Shri Nand Bhawan)
Tilak Dwar
