Mathura is a sacred city situated in Uttarpradesh India  It is an important pilgrimage place for Hindus and one of the seven sacred cities in India. The main pilgrim center in Mathura is the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple. Mathura is situated on the west bank of the river Yamuna.  Mathura is also an important craft center. The origin of Mathura is prehistoric. It is said to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna, the popular avatar of Lord Vishnu.  It is mentioned in the ancient Indian epic of Mahabharata. It later became a part of the Mauryan Empire.

The Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi is the main attraction of Mathura and an important pilgrimage place for Hindus. It houses an excellent collection of sculptures belonging to the ancient Mathura school of art. The Vishram Ghat, on the river Yamuna, is an additional place to visit in Mathura. It is said that Lord Krishna had killed the tyrant Kansa here. The Sati Burj, Kans Qila, Jama Masjid, and Dwarkadheesh temple are some of the other places to see in Mathura.

Mathura is best seen during the month of October and March. The weather is very pleaseant and cool during this period. You can also visit during Holi (March) and Krishna Janmashthami (August/September).

Transportation in Mathura. Transportation in Mathura is very good for the travelers. Buses, cars, auto rickshaw, cycle rickshaws and taxis are found in large numbers. They can be easily hired from the hotel for traveling to the major tourist attractions in Mathura

Mathura city is famous for shopping Puja items, Sweets and savories. You can select and buy a variety of Pooja items specially made of Brass. Colorful small clothes are known as Shringar is popularly bought for home temple idols. Mathura is a shoppers dream.  The best market to shop in Mathura is Tilak Dwar Market also known as the Holy gate. The market is filled with vibrant colours. You can buy unique Brass statues and other holy items. You can also shop for Sculptures, Paintings, and Handicrafts. The market is open till 9 PM. One more Mathura’s oldest market known as Chatta Bazaar which is close by to Vishram Ghat. You can buy a lot of items ranging from home décor to clothes, Handicrafts, Pure Ghee, and special sweets made using Ghee. If you love antiques you can head to Lal Bazaar for beautiful handicrafts, Well made idols, Incesnce sticks, and wooden furniture. You can buy sweets at Radhika Sweets, Brijwasi Mithaiwala, Shankar Mithaiwala etc.

Mathura is a holy place. There is not much nightlife in Mathura as the place is a religious place. You can enjoy the night stroll around the temples in Mathura or Vrindavan and the Aarthis and Darshans that happen just before the temple closes. Experience the grand rituals when the priests try to sing their lord and his favorite consort to sleep, the love and affection that becomes even more evident at this time. You can explore the mystery of the night which is guided by the grace of spirituality and devotion. Experience a sense of calmness in Mathura. Alcohol is not banned in Mathura. But you won’t find many Bars and Pubs in Mathura. You can book hotels which have in house Bars which is the safest options in Mathura.

Mathura is a religious place and also often visited by couples. There are many couple friendly hotels in Mathura. Many hotels allow unmarried couples as well.  Many Short Stay Hotels in Mathura are couple friendly. You can book Couple Friendly Hourly Hotels in Mathura. You can even book Unmarried Couple Friendly Hotels in Mathura at very affordable rates. Couples also can book top night stay Hotel Rooms for One Night in Mathura. Unmarried couples can also book hotels in Mathura for night stay. You just have to possess valid ID proof to book Unmarried Couple Friendly Hotels in Mathura through Bag2Bag. You can even look out for best hotels in Mathura if you are visiting the city for a day or two, a budget hotel in Mathura near temple for couples. Hotels for Unmarried Couples in Mathura for Few Hours are available easily in Mathura. Best hotels in Mathura is available through Bag2Bag with all modern amenities.

Mathura Junction railway station is a major railway station located in Mathura. Mathura Railway station mainly serves Mathura and Vrindavan. You get trains to cities like Agra, Delhi from Mathura Station. Bag2Bag has many budget and couple friendly hotels near Mathura railway station. Book hotels near station and save huge on hotel accommodations

The nearest international airport to Mathura is Delhi airport. Distance from Delhi Airport to Mathura is around 147 km. The closest domestic airport to Mathura is Kheria Airport, Agra located at a distance of 49 km. Taxis are available to Mathura from both the airports. 

Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi is the main attraction of Mathura and an important pilgrim place of the Hindus.The Archeological Museum of Mathura is an important place to visit. It houses an excellent collection of sculptures belonging to the ancient Mathura school of art. The Vishram Ghat, on river Yamuna, is another place to visit in Mathura. The Sati Burj, Kans Qila, Jama Masjid and Dwarkadheesh temple are other places to see in Mathura. Vrindavan is 10 km from Mathura, Gokul is 16 km from Mathura, Govardhan is 25 from Matura, Agra is 47km from Mathura.