In the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, Mathura is a holy city. On the site of the Hindu temple Sri Krishna Janma Bhoomi, the god Lord Krishna is said to have been born.
An ancient fortress in Mathura named Kans Qila is devoted to Kans, Lord Krishna’s maternal uncle, and is situated on the banks of the tranquil Yamuna River.
One of Govardhan’s most popular tourist destinations is Kusum Sarovar, a historical site and pond located about 2 km southwest of the well-known Radha Kund.