Built in 1814 by Seth Gokuldas Parikh, famous for black marble idol of Dwarkadhish and vibrant Hindola and Jhulan festivals.
Official 2026 Devotee Guide
Shri Dwarkadhish Mandir – The Crowned King of Mathura located in Mathura welcomes all pilgrims daily with completely free entry. Darshan is open in two daily shifts: morning from 06:30 AM – 10:30 AM and evening from 04:00 PM – 07:00 PM. The sanctum observes a standard afternoon closure daily between 12:00 PM and 04:00 PM for deity Rajbhog and resting.
Official morning & evening sanctum opening hours for Shri Dwarkadhish Mandir – The Crowned King of Mathura (Vishram Ghat)
At Banke Bihari temple, the curtain before Thakur Ji is pulled shut and reopened every 2–3 minutes. As per sacred lore, this prevents devotees from becoming enchanted and losing conscious awareness in Thakur Ji’s divine gaze.
Sanctum doors remain strictly closed for deity rest & Rajbhog offering. Please plan morning darshan before 11:30 AM or arrive for evening darshan after 04:30 PM.
Sacred daily offerings & devotional timings
Ideal seasons, quietest darshan slots & festival periods
Pleasant, cool weather across Vrindavan—ideal for walking through the sacred narrow lanes leading to the temple without exhausting summer heat.
Deeply serene atmosphere with minimal waiting queue delay—recommended especially when travelling with elders or young children.
Hariyali Teej (Jhulan Yatra), Radhashtami, and Phoolon Ki Holi witness immense crowds. We recommend prior travel coordination with our local guide.
Shri Dwarkadhish Mandir is one of the oldest and most visited temples in Mathura . Unlike other Krishna temples where he is worshipped as a cowherd child, here Krishna is honoured as Dwarkadhish – the crowned King of Dwarka, his royal form after he left Vrindavan . This temple is special because it completes Krishna's life story in his own birthplace – from the prisoner-child born in Mathura to the crowned king who ruled Dwarka .
The present temple was built in 1814 CE by Seth Gokul Das Parikh, the treasurer of the Gwalior Estate, with approval and donation from Maharajah Daulatrao Scindia of Gwalior . Gokul Das was a great devotee of Lord Krishna and a follower of the Vallabhacharya (Pushtimarg) sect, which still manages the temple today .
The temple follows the Pushtimarg tradition – the "path of grace" founded by Vallabhacharya . Here, the deity is served not as a distant idol but as a beloved child-prince in a household (haveli), with eight daily jhankis (darshan windows) where the deity is woken, bathed, dressed, fed, and rested .
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Built | 1814 CE |
| Style | Rajasthani architecture with 72 pillars |
| Main Deity | Lord Dwarkadhish (Krishna as King of Dwarka) |
| Other Deities | Radha Rani and other Hindu gods |
| Location | Near Vishram Ghat, Pathak Gali, Mathura |
The idol of Lord Dwarkadhish is made of shiny black stone and is about 2.25 feet tall. He has four hands carrying a mace, Sudarshana Chakra, a conch, and a lotus flower .
Dwarkadhish follows the Pushtimarg ashtayam (eight-part) seva – eight daily jhanki (glimpse) windows. The deity is dressed and fed through these windows, with the curtain drawn between them .
| Aarti / Jhanki | Timing |
|---|---|
| Vishram Ghat Yamuna Aarti | 6:00 AM (5 metres away) |
| Mangala Aarti | 6:30 AM – 7:00 AM |
| Shringar Aarti | 7:40 AM – 7:55 AM |
| Gwal Aarti | 8:25 AM – 8:45 AM |
| Rajbhog Aarti | 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM |
| Morning Darshan Ends | 10:30 AM |
| Evening Darshan Opens | 4:00 PM |
| Utthapan Aarti | 4:00 PM – 4:20 PM |
| Bhog Aarti | 4:45 PM – 5:05 PM |
| Sandhya Aarti | 5:20 PM – 5:40 PM |
| Sayan Aarti | 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Session | Timing |
|---|---|
| Morning Darshan | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM |
| Evening Darshan | 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM |
| Utthapan Aarti | 3:30 PM – 3:50 PM |
| Bhog Aarti | 4:20 PM – 4:40 PM |
| Sandhya Aarti | 6:00 PM |
Note: Timings can change on festivals and special occasions. Always confirm before visiting .
| Festival | Detail |
|---|---|
| Hindola Festival | 13-day festival in Shravan (July-August). The deity is placed on a beautifully decorated silver and golden swing (jhoola)Â . |
| Janmashtami | Grand celebration of Krishna's birth. In 2026, it falls on 4 September . |
| Radhastami | Radha Rani's birth anniversary . |
| Holi & Diwali | Celebrated with great pomp. Diwali features Annakut (thousands of food offerings)Â . |
One of the best spiritual experiences in Mathura: visit Vishram Ghat at 6:00 AM for the Yamuna Aarti, then walk 2 minutes to Dwarkadhish Temple for the 6:30 AM Mangala Aarti – two aartis in 30 minutes !
| Mode | Detail |
|---|---|
| Nearest Station | Mathura Junction – about 3.5 km away |
| By Auto/E-Rickshaw | ₹50-80, takes about 10-15 minutes |
| Drop Point | Pathak Gali, near Vishram Ghat |
| Walking | Final approach through old bazaar lanes – best done on foot |
The temple is located in the old city near Vishram Ghat, about 1.5 km from the main road . The final stretch is through narrow bazaar lanes, best covered by walking or e-rickshaw .
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Parking | Vehicles cannot be parked near the temple |
| Best Option | Park at Municipal Parking near Pothra Kund |
| Then Take | E-rickshaw or walk to the temple |
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| "Jai Shri Krishna" | Greeting used by followers here |
| Entry is Free | No entry fee |
| Photography | Not allowed inside the main sanctum |
| Dress Modestly | Respectful attire appreciated |
| Arrive Within a Jhanki Window | The curtain is drawn between jhankis – arrive during the darshan window or wait for the next one |
| Visit Early Morning | Best time – less crowded and peaceful |
| Plan Your Time | Check summer/winter timings before visiting |
Dwarkadhish Temple is not just another temple in Mathura – it is the city's most-thronged living temple, the principal daily-darshan seat where Krishna is honoured as the crowned king . The Pushtimarg tradition with its eight daily jhankis, opulent shringar and bhog makes this temple truly unique . Whether you are a devotee or a visitor, the rhythmic, intimate seva here will leave a deep impression on your heart.Â
Vrindavan temple alleys have many playful monkeys. Keep spectacles, sunglasses, bags, and smartphones safely secured inside bags before entering the lanes.
Four-wheelers stop at outer parking zones (Vidyapeeth or VIP Parking). Take a shared or private battery e-rickshaw directly to the mandir entry lane.
Deposit shoes and slippers at the official free temple shoe counters located near Gate 2 & Gate 3. Do not leave footwear unattended on the road.
Traditional Indian attire (kurta-pyjama, saree, salwar suit) is recommended. Photography inside the inner sanctum is strictly prohibited.
Morning: 07:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and Evening: 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM. Sanctum closes during afternoon bhog and resting.
No, entry to Shri Dwarkadhish Mandir – The Crowned King of Mathura (Vishram Ghat) is completely free for all pilgrims and devotees. Standard darshan queues are open to the general public with no mandatory paid tickets.
Morning darshan is best between 06:00 AM to 11:30 AM, and evening darshan opens between 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM. Afternoon closure is observed across Braj temples.
Footwear must be deposited at the free shoe counter near the entrance. Smartphones are generally permitted in outer courtyards, but photography is strictly prohibited inside the inner sanctum where deities are enshrined.
Yes, Shri Dwarkadhish Mandir – The Crowned King of Mathura (Vishram Ghat) in Mathura provides flat walkways and seating areas. We recommend visiting during early morning weekday hours (07:00 AM–09:00 AM) to avoid heavy weekend crowd rush.
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