Located around 55 kms away from Agra, Mathura is regarded as the birth place of Lord Krishna and is a most sacred pilgrimage destination in India for Hindus. From the 1st century BC to the end of the 9th century AD, it remained an important center of Buddhism and Buddhist Art. According to one of the great Chinese scholars Huen Tsang who charted this land in 635 AD there are 5 big temples, 20 Buddhist monasteries and 3 stupas built by Ashoka, in Mathura. Over the years, some more attractions are added in this holy city. It can be said without any doubt that any time of the year tourists can visit Mathura. However it is during the festivities that the real charm and elegance of the city can be relished to the full. In order to really savor the mesmerizing impacts of this holy land, don't give tours to Mathura a miss.
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