Mathura District Map

Shrouded in folklore, Mathura the legendary birthplace of Lord Krishna covers a geographic expanse of 3329.4. Encompassing the coordinates of 27°41’North latitude and 77° 41’ East longitudes, Mathura, the erstwhile kingdom of the Solar and Lunar dynasties was the focal point of ancient Indian civilization and religion, which witnessed the convergence of Indian, Indo-Scythian and Hellenstic cultures. The district is strategically placed 145 Km southeast of Delhi and 58 Km north west of Agra.

According to the 1991 Mathura’s population indices are marked at 1647.84. The district has a distinctly agrarian economy.

The tranquil Mathura District with its congenial salubrious climate and lush terrains laced by the Yamuna paint a pretty picture of Radha- Krishna’s romance. The district known for its religious history attracts visitors to:

Shri Krishna Janma Bhoomi

Jama Masjid

Vishram Ghat

Dwarkadeesh Temple

Gita Mandir

Government Mueseum