Shri Radha Rani Temple in Barsana, also known as Shriji Temple or Ladli Lal Mandir, is a revered Hindu shrine dedicated to Goddess Radha. Perched atop the Bhanugarh hills at an elevation of approximately 250 meters, the temple offers panoramic views of the surrounding region. The temple's architecture is a splendid example of Rajput style, constructed using red and white sandstone, symbolizing the divine love of Radha and Krishna. Intricate carvings, beautiful arches, domes, and exquisite paintings adorn its inner walls and ceilings, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the era .
Devotees can reach the temple by climbing around 200 steps, which lead to the main sanctum housing the deities of Radha and Krishna, worshipped together as Shri Laadli Lal. The temple is especially vibrant during major festivals like Radhashtami and Lathmar Holi. Radhashtami celebrates Radha's birth with grand decorations, aarti ceremonies, and the offering of 56 types of delicacies known as "Chappan Bhog" . Lathmar Holi, unique to Barsana, involves playful festivities where women symbolically playfully strike men with sticks, reenacting the divine love play between Radha...
Read moreThis major attraction of Barsana was first constructed about 5000 years back by King Vajranabh along with the deities. However, with the passage of time, not only were the deities lost, but the temple itself went in ruins. The temple, as it exists today, was built by Narayan Bhatt, a Vaishnavite, with the assistance of Raja Todarmal, one of the governor’s in Akbar’s court.
There is also a very interesting mythological legend associated with the temple. According to it, Lord Krishna’s father Nand Maharaj Ji and Radha’s father Vrishbhanu Maharaja were close friends. While Krishna lived in Gokul, Vrishbhanu lived in Rawal. However, fed up with the atrocities of Kansa, both of them shifted to Nandgaon. Since Vrishbhanu made Bhanugarh Hill his permanent abode, it also became the abode of Radha Rani. That is how the temple...
Read moreTemple of Radha Rani. It is situated on the top of the hill. This is the place where no one can stop you from loving this place and temple. From the top you can see the full view of Barsana. How to reach:-1.From Barsana a ropway has started till the top of the hill. Or there are many people on the bike who can also take you to the temple. For that they will charge 50rs per person. From Vrindavan- you can take a city bus early in the morning. They will charge...
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