Janmashtami is a special day. This day is very special for every person following Hinduism. Shri Krishna was born on this day. This year Janmashtami holiday is on 26th, Monday. If you are getting three full days of holidays, then you can plan to go somewhere during this time. Janmashtami is celebrated with great pomp in different places of India. You can explore any one place in the holidays you are getting on Gokulashtami. Know, in which places of India there is a fun Janmashtami celebration.
1) Dwarka
Situated in the heart of Gujarat, Dwarka is truly the beautiful Char Dham Anand. It is believed that this place used to be the vast kingdom of Lord Krishna. After the painful death of Lord Swayam and Lord Balram, this holy area drowned in the sea. If you want to immerse yourself in the devotion of God on Janmashtami, then visit Dwarka.
2) Mathura
Janmashtami of Mathura, the prestigious birthplace of God himself, is worth seeing. It is believed that Lord Krishna was born from the womb of Devaki on this place on a foggy and stormy night. This is the reason why the celebration of Janmashtami here is worth seeing. On this day, the priests and devotees of the temple set up beautiful swings and decorate the temples with bright flowers. Apart from this, Raasleela and curd and honey are offered in the morning ritual.
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3) Vrindavan
Vrindavan, located 15 km from Mathura, is one of the most famous places in India. This is the place where Lord Krishna grew up. This is the place where Shri Krishna performed Raas Leela in the mysterious forests. Spiritual melodious bhajans are played on this day and artists beautifully highlight the events across the city. People come from far and wide to see Janmashtami here.