Potara Kund

Potara Kund

3.3 (485 Reviews)
Free
Type: Religious Visit
Closing Days: Open all days
Suitable for: All
Timings: 00:00-24:00
Time Required: 1.0 hr
Best Time to Visit: All Season
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Potara Kund, Mathura Overview

Potara Kund situated in Mathura of Uttar Pradesh, India is a historic site connected to Lord Krishna's playful adventures resonating with spiritual significance. It is believed to be the place where Krishna and Balrama, His elder brother often jumped into the waters of the kund for fun. With its existence going back to the time when Lord Krishna took birth in Mathura, it has a great spiritual importance for people of India. Getting to the historic site turns out to be an adventurous journey, making one lose himself in the blissful aura of Mathura. From its history associated with Lord Krishna and its clean waters to the old temples situated near the kund, this place has a lot to offer than one can imagine. Visitors from all around the world come to experience the magical aura of the kund.The Kund is believed to be sanctified by the Potara Kund Fair (Held once a year in the Shravan month of Hindi calendar). Marking the joy of the divine sibling's adventures, bright decorations and sweet delicacies, along with celebratory music, are experienced all around the banks of this holy lake. During the fair, Krishna's birth stories lighting up the place around the Kund making it even more special for the devotees.

The visitors of the Kund can also take down a peaceful stroll around the nearby temples. Among all the temples, Radha-Krishna temple is the most prominent one located right opposite to the Kund. The idols of Radha and Krishna are seen in a beautiful pose surrounded by golden hues.Staying true to its historic antecedents of joy and devotion, Potara Kund is a must visit place for all who want to experience its spiritual and magical vibes. Receiving a spiritual insight of Lord Krishna's playful adventures, one must take the plunge in its holy waters to be relieved of all earthly affairs.

With its perfect blend of spiritual and physical features, this place will never disappoint the visitors in any way.

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