Janmashtami is a special day. This day is very special for every person following Hindu religion. Shri Krishna was born on this day. This year Janmashtami holiday is on 26th, Monday. In such a situation, you are getting three full days of holidays, so you can plan to go somewhere during this time. Janmashtami is celebrated with great pomp and show at different places in India. In such a situation, you can explore any one place during the holidays on Gokulashtami. Know which places in India have fun Janmashtami celebrations.
Janmashtami of Mathura, the revered birthplace of God himself, is worth seeing. It is believed that at this very place, on a foggy and stormy night, Lord Shri Krishna was born from the womb of Devaki. This is the reason why the celebration of Janmashtami here is worth seeing. On this day, temple priests and devotees arrange beautiful swings and decorate the temples with bright flowers. Apart from this, Rasleela and offering of curd and honey is performed in the morning ritual.
Vrindavan, at a distance of 15 km from Mathura, is one of the most famous places in India. Lord Krishna grew up at this place. This is the place where Shri Krishna used to perform Raas Leela in the mysterious forests. On this day spiritual melodious hymns are played and artists beautifully highlight the events throughout the city. People come from far and wide to see Janmashtami here.
Nestled in the heart of Gujarat, Dwarka is truly a beautiful Char Dham delight. It is believed that Lord Krishna used to have a huge empire at this place. After the painful death of the Lord himself and Lord Balarama, this sacred area drowned in the sea. If you want to immerse yourself in the devotion of God on Janmashtami, then go to Dwarka.
There is fun and nightlife parties during Janmashtami in Mumbai. From blockbuster celebrity arrivals to participating in the Dahi Handi competition, every event is fun here. Janmashtami here is worth seeing.
These are the most famous Krishna temples of India, one of them is crowded with devotees.
