1 / 8Krishna Janmashtami, This year, the vibrant celebration of Lord Krishna’s birth will be celebrated on Monday, August 26. On this day, devotees observe fast and pray to the beloved deity to fill their lives with peace and prosperity. While the popular cities of Mathura and Vrindavan in Uttar Pradesh are the top destinations during this time due to their historical significance, there are other places in India too where Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated with much enthusiasm. As this year’s festival falls on a long weekend, you can look forward to being at these destinations for the experience of a lifetime: (Image: PTI)
2 / 81. Dwarka, Gujarat: Lord Krishna’s legendary kingdom and ancient tradition come alive during the Janmashtami celebration, a grand celebration where elaborate processions and rituals are performed. The main attraction remains the Dwarkadhish temple, a must-visit place. If you plan to be in Dwarka this Krishna Janmashtami, head to this temple early in the morning to take part in the special Mangal aarti at sunrise.
3 / 82. Mathura, Uttar Pradesh: Mathura, the birthplace of Lord Krishna, is considered the holiest place to be during Krishna Janmashtami. The Krishna Janmabhoomi temple is packed with devotees who gather from various cities to participate in the various rituals. (Image: PTI)
4 / 83. Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh: Vrindavan played an important role during Lord Krishna’s childhood. Here, you can visit iconic places like the Banke Bihari Temple and the ISKCON Temple, and also see other celebrations such as reenactments of the beloved deity’s playful activities, among others. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)
5 / 84. Mumbai, Maharashtra: The Krishna Janmashtami festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm in India’s financial capital. There are numerous temples that you can visit with your family, but the main centre of attraction remains the ‘Dahi Handi’ festival, which is celebrated across the city. As part of it, devotees form human pyramids to break an earthen pot filled with milk offerings. (Image: Reuters)
6 / 85. Puri, Odisha: Famous for its Rath Yatra, Puri also offers captivating Janmashtami celebrations. During this time, the city fuses Odia culture with mythology to provide a unique experience. (Image: PTI)
7 / 86. Nathdwara, Rajasthan | Another fascinating place to visit during Janmashtami is the town of Nathdwara in Rajasthan. Here you will find the Shrinathji Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna. One of the main attractions of this place is the Swarna Rath Yatra, where the beloved deity is carried in a golden chariot. (Image: Shutterstock)
8 / 87. Udupi, Karnataka: The Sri Krishna Matha at Udipi celebrates the occasion with unmatched enthusiasm. Devotees gather here and take part in rituals and cultural programmes. Also, don’t forget to relish the special dish Gopalakala, a perfect blend of yogurt, cucumber and flattened rice. (Image: Wiki Commons)
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