Radha Krishna Sculptures in Prem Mandir Vrindavan

 

 Prem Mandir- A Symbol Of True Love

As the name suggests "Prem Mandir" is the statue of true love of "Lord Krishna & Radha". I believe it is one of the finest temples of India in terms of architecture and construction. One must not miss to visit this temple whenever at "Vrindavan". All the idols of Radh-Krishna seems talking and at the entrance of the temple there is one place where Lord Krishna's very big statue is moving electrically on Kaalia Naag. This is one of the best places to visit at Vrindavan.

Inside of Govinda Dev Temple - Vrindavan

Govinda Dev Temple was a grand seven-story structure, with an altar of marble, silver and gold. Architecturally this temple is one of the finest in North India. A sculptured lotus flower weighing several tons decorates the main hall ceiling. It was built in 1590 by Raja Man Singh from Jaipur, a general in Akbar's army, who was inspired to do it after meeting Rupa Gosvami. It was said to have cost ten million rupees and several thousand men were working for five full years to complete it. Akbar himself had donated the red sandstone for its construction. In 1670, during the rule of a later Mughal king, Aurangzeb, it was plundered and destroyed leaving only three stories of the original temple. During this attack, when few stories remained, all of a sudden the ground began to shake violently and Aurangzeb's men were terrified and ran for their lives, never to return.

Temple is now empty and the replica of Govindaji is worshiped in the new Govindaji Mandir (located behind the original temple). The original Govindaji is worshiped in Jaipur.

Architecture of Govind Dev Temple - Vrindavan

Govind Dev (Govindaji) Temple - Vrindavan

Govind Dev (Govindaji) Temple was once a magnificent seven storeyed structure built in the form of a Greek cross. It is said that the Emperor Akbar donated some of the red sandstone that had been brought for the Red Fort at Agra, for the construction of this temple. Built at the astronomical cost of one crore rupees in 1590 by his general Raja Man Singh, the temple combines western, Hindu and Muslim architectural elements in its structure. It was destroyed by Mughal ruler Aurangzeb.

Photographs of Monkey

Indian monkey Photographs

Way to Nidhi Vana Temple - Vrindavan

Nidhi Vana is the most popular shrine at Vrindavan. The image of Banke-Bihari was discovered in Nidhi Vana by Swami Haridas, the great Krishna devotee, belonging to the Nimbarka sampradaya.

Vrindavan Streets

Food in Vrindavan Streets

Streets of Vrindavan

Pillar made of gold - Sri Ranganatha (Rangaji) Temple

Sri Ranganatha (Rangaji) Temple. It is 30 meters high with three gopurams (gateways), a tall shikhara (crown) and gold-plated decorations. This South Indian style temple was built by the wealthy Seth family of Mathura in 1851 and is dedicated to Lord Sri Ranganatha or Rangaji, a form of Lord Vishnu lying down on the Sesa Naga (divine serpent).

One of the enclosures within the precincts of this magnificent temple has a 15-meter-high pillar made of gold. It is one of Vrindavan's largest temples and is surrounded by high walls.

Rangaji Temple Vrindavan

 

This temple is dedicated to Sri Ranganatha (Lord Vishnu), as is the famous temple in Sri Rangam. Also worshiped here is Lakshmi, the consort of Lord Vishnu. There are many side temples including ones dedicated to the Alwars (Tamil Nadu Vaishnava saints), Sesa-sayi Ananta Sayanam with Lord Vishnu reclining on him, and Tirupati Balaji.

The construction of this temple began in 1845 and was completed in 1851, at the cost of 45 lakhs (4.5 million) rupees. It was built by Seth Radha Krishna and Seth Govindadasa of Chennai (Madras). This is the biggest temple in Vrindavana. The outer wall is 231m (770 ft) by 132m (440 ft). This wall encloses a nice tank and garden. This temple has eight South Indian style gopurams.

Agricultural field Pattern

Agricultural field Pattern/designs made with soil.

National Highway (Yamuna Express Highway) to Agra (Tajmahal)

Sunset View of Tajmahal Minar

Tajmahal’s Mosque at sunset time view

Beautiful Tajmahal

Designs Made on Tajmahal walls

Yamuna River view from the Tajmahal

Mosque of Tajmahal