Nandgaon
नंदगाँव
The village where young Krishna lived with his foster father Nanda. The Nandeshwar Temple on the hilltop overlooks Barsana, and the return match of Lathmar Holi is held here.
Nandgaon lies about 8 km north of Barsana. According to legend, Nanda, Krishna's foster father, moved his whole family here from Gokul, and Krishna spent his childhood and youth in this village. The Nandeshwar Temple on Nandishwar Hill in the village is dedicated to Krishna, Balarama and their parents, and offers views toward the hills of Barsana. The day after Lathmar Holi, women from Barsana come here to continue the “stick-beating” return match, which is just as lively and crowded. It is usually visited on the same day as Barsana, by car or hired vehicle.
Opening hours
Approx. 05:00–13:00, 16:00–21:00
Nearby sights
- Radha Rani Temple, Barsana
- Radha Kund
- Kusum Sarovar
- Govardhan Hill
- Prem Mandir, Vrindavan
- ISKCON Krishna Balaram Mandir
- Madan Mohan Temple, Vrindavan
- Banke Bihari Temple