Most people who have never been to Govardhan think of the Parikrama as a long walk around a hill. And yes, it is a walk. Around 21 kilometers, mostly on foot, in the open. But anyone who has actually done it will tell you it feels nothing like a regular walk. There is something about this place that stays with people long after they return home.

The road trip from Mathura to Varanasi is one of the holiest and most culturally diverse trips in Uttar Pradesh. The journey links the birthplace of Lord Krishna to the city of Lord Shiva. Mathura is a sacred town famous for Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple, Dwarkadhish Temple and Yamuna ghats. Varanasi also known as Kashi or Banaras is one of the world's oldest living cities and renowned for the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, the Ganga ghats and its colourful traditions. Spanning some 600...

Mathura and Vrindavan are not just spiritual places, they are also popular for their delicious vegetarian food. While there is Peda, the...