Kusum Sarovar — Attraction in Uttar Pradesh

Located about one and a half mile from the Radha Kund in south west direction, there is a magnificent and massive monumental structure at the backdrop of a huge masonry lake/Kund called Kusuma Sarovar. This exotic splendid building made up of sandstone was erected by Javahir Singh commemorating his father Suraj Mal, the founder of the family who died at Delhi in 1764. The central chhatri (mausoleum) takes the form of square with lofty stone terrace adorned with corner booths and lateral bays. The principal monument which stands in the centre is raised on a richly ornamented plinth. This central chhatri (dome) being a square of 57 feet is flanked on both sides by two other monuments which are comparatively smaller in dimension commemorating the two queens(Hansiya and Kishori) of Raja Suraj Mal. These are supported on a 460 feet long terrace with a long not so deep pavilion which serves as a protective cover at both the ends and nine, two storeyed booths outlined differently in order to have an exceptional front. Behind the building there is an extensive beautiful garden with variety of flowering plants and in the front of the monumental architecture, at the base of terrace, there is masonry tank called Kusuma Sarovar with a series of steps on all four sides leading downwards to the deep water reservoir. The paneled and arcaded walls enclosing the tank on four sides run about 60 feet into the water. Kusuma Sarovar is also known as Sumana Sarovar due to the fact that the lake was formerly surrounded by the beautiful forests full of different flowering plants like beli, champak, chameli etc.

The magnificent building built against the backdrop of Kusuma Sarovar dedicated to Raja Suraj Mal also has the replica of Lord Krishna and Radharani’s lotus feet. The inner part of the building and ceilings of the monument are decorated with the beautiful and fine paintings depicting the pastimes of Lord Radha and Krishna and also the larger paintings depicting the events from the history of the family to which it is dedicated. Apart from architectural magnificence, it has its religious importance for being an explicit part of the celebrated pastimes of Sri Radharani as she used to pick up flowers from here and spend her time here along with her sakhis (friends) and also Lord Krishna on the Ghats of this Kund. It’s said that saint Ashtavakra performed his penances here at this Kund while waiting for the Divine appearance of Lord Radha and Krishna. After having bath in the Kusuma Sarovar Narada Muni attained the body of Gopi with the blessings of Yogmaya Devi. Lord Chaitanya also bathed in the cooling waters of this Kund as it’s believed that one who takes bath in the cooling waters of this Kund/lake attains the pure love of the Supreme Godhead and qualifies for witnessing the eight fold pastimes of Lord Radha...

Kusum Sarovar is a sacred water reservoir with a historic sand monument in its backdrop. It is situated on the holy Govardhan Hill between Manasi Ganga and Radha Kund in Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, India. Kusum Sarovar is considered one of the sacred spots that witnessed the pastimes of Hindu deities Radha and Krishna. It is also the place of Jat ruler Maharaja Suraj Mal's memorial chhatri. Kusum Sarovar has Narada Kund, where Bhakti Sutra verses were written by Narada and the Shri Radha Vana Bihari Temple in the vicinity. Kusum Sarovar was constructed by Maharaja Jawahar Singh in memory of Maharaja Suraj Mal Singh, The ruler of Bharatpur. Kusum Sarovar dates back to the era of Radha Krishna. As the name suggests, Kusum Sarovar is a place surrounded by a variety of flowers and Kadamb trees. It is said that Radha would come here under the pretext of collecting flowers for her friends, but would secretly meet with Krishna and have playful conversations. According to legends, once while collecting flowers, Radha's dress got stuck in thorns and Krishna came to help Radharani disguised as the gardener and took out her stuck dress from the thorns. It is also believed that Krishna used to play hide and seek with his friends on this ancient site and would collect flowers to make garlands for Radha. King Jawahar Singh constructed the historical monument in memory of his parents. The main tomb is dedicated to King Suraj Mal which is erected in the area of 57 square feet is located in the center of monumental structure. On both sides of this tomb, there are two other historical structures that are comparatively smaller in size. These tombs were dedicated to two queens of King Suraj Mall - Kishori and Hansiya. The entire construction is supported by a 460 feet long terrace along with a pavilion, which serves as the cover protecting both the ends of...

Kusum Sarovar holds a special place among the revered and popular tourist destinations in Mathura. This sacred water reservoir, adorned by a magnificent structure in the background, captivates all who visit. Kusum Sarovar is steeped in the rich mythology surrounding Lord Krishna and Radha Rani.

This enchanting location is intimately connected to the playful moments shared by Lord Krishna and Radha Rani. True to its name, Kusum Sarovar is surrounded by exquisite flowers and trees. It is believed that Radha Rani would come here with her female friends or sakhis under the pretense of collecting flowers, to meet Lord Krishna. Devotees have flocked to this site for ages, seeking the nectar of 'Prem Bhakti' (love and devotion) for their beloved Lord Krishna and Goddess Radha.

Witnessing the sunrise and sunset at Kusum Sarovar is a truly magical experience. The sun's rays dance upon the water's surface, while the historical complex in the backdrop adds to the splendor of the surroundings. Make sure to have your camera handy to capture these mesmerizing views. While Kusum Sarovar can be visited at any time of the day, it is recommended to go early in the morning or during the evening to fully immerse yourself in the trip. There is no entry fee to visit this magnificent place, allowing everyone to embrace its beauty...