History: Built directly over the underground prison cell (Garbha Griha) of Vasudeva and Devaki, where Lord Krishna is historically believed to have been born. It has been destroyed and rebuilt multiple times over millennia.
Pujas Performed: Mangala Aarti, Rajbhog, and the grand Midnight Janmashtami Aarti.
Benefits of Puja: Worshipping at the birthplace grants liberation from the cycle of birth and death, and provides immense spiritual purification.
Sevas: Vastra Daan, Deep Daan in the adjoining Potra Kund, and participating in Bhagavata Katha.
Deities: Lord Krishna (as an infant and adult), alongside shrines for Radha Krishna and Lord Shiva.
Fact: The original Garbha Griha features a raised stone platform marking the exact spot of birth, and shares a highly secured wall with the Shahi Eidgah Mosque.
Timings: 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM.
Darshan Booking:
No official online VIP booking; general entry is free.