Vishram Ghat
विश्राम घाट
The most sacred riverside ghat on the Yamuna in Mathura. Legend says Krishna rested here after defeating the tyrant Kansa, and the evening river prayers with floating lamps are very moving.
Vishram Ghat is the central one of the 25 ghats along the Yamuna in Mathura. Legend says that Krishna rested here after slaying his tyrant uncle Kansa, which gives the ghat its name, 'Resting Ghat'. The ghat consists of sandstone steps, small shrines and arched pavilions. Every evening at sunset, the Yamuna evening prayer (Aarti) takes place. Priests wave oil lamps, and devotees float lamps on the river. You can rent a small boat to watch from the river, but agree on the fare in advance. During the day, you can watch pilgrims bathe and feed turtles. The ghat is in the old town, near Dwarkadhish Temple. Watch out for pickpockets and people asking for tips.
Opening hours
Open all day; evening prayers around sunset
Nearby sights
- Dwarkadhish Temple, Mathura
- Krishna Janmasthan Temple, Mathura
- Government Museum, Mathura
- Jai Gurudev Naam Yog Sadhna Mandir
- ISKCON Krishna Balaram Mandir
- Prem Mandir, Vrindavan
- Banke Bihari Temple
- Madan Mohan Temple, Vrindavan