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Radha Krishna

Radha Kund & Shyam Kund

Govardhan, Uttar Pradesh | Open 24 Hours

Radha Krishna Braj Bhoomi
Primary Deity Radha Krishna
Secondary Deity -
Region Braj Bhoomi
Darshan Hours Open 24 Hours

About

History: Twin sacred ponds created after Krishna defeated the demon Aristasura. To purify himself, Krishna created Shyam Kund, and Radha subsequently created Radha Kund with her bangle.

Pujas Performed: Kund Pujan, Deep Daan, and Midnight Aarti on Ahoi Ashtami.

Benefits of Puja: Taking a dip here is believed to grant the highest form of divine love (Prem Bhakti) that even great sages struggle to attain.

Sevas: Parikrama of the Kunds, feeding the sadhus, and offering lotus flowers.

Deities: The ponds themselves are worshipped as the liquid manifestations of Radha and Krishna.

Fact: Taking a midnight dip in Radha Kund on Bahulashtami (Ahoi Ashtami) is considered immensely auspicious for childless couples seeking a child.

Timings: Open 24 Hours.

Darshan Booking:
No official online VIP booking; general entry is free.

Significance

Significance: Revered as the ultimate, most confidential spiritual destination for Gaudiya Vaishnavas, representing the liquid form of supreme ecstatic love.