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Radha kund and Shyam kund situated in Radha Kund , in the district of Mathura,Uttar Pradesh. Radha Kund and Shyam Kund are two deeply sacred ponds located near Govardhan Hill in the Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, India. They are considered among the holiest sites for devotees of Radha and Krishna, particularly within the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition. Here's an overview: Legends and Significance: Origin Story: The most prominent legend revolves around Lord Krishna's slaying of the bull demon Arishtasura. After this act, Radha playfully suggested that Krishna needed to purify himself by bathing in all the holy rivers. Krishna, to please her, struck the ground with his heel, and immediately, all the holy rivers appeared and formed a pond, which came to be known as Shyam Kund (named after Krishna's dark complexion). Not to be outdone, Radha and her companions (sakhis) then dug another pond using their bangles. Initially, they tried to fill it with water from Manasi Ganga, but it was difficult. Krishna, seeing her efforts, asked all the holy rivers to also fill Radha's pond. Thus, Radha Kund was formed. Symbol of Divine Love: Together, Radha Kund and Shyam Kund symbolize the eternal, profound, and pure love between Radha and Krishna. They are believed to be places where the divine couple engaged in their playful pastimes (leelas). Supreme Holy Place: For many Vaishnavas, particularly followers of the 16th-century saint Rupa Goswami, Radha Kund is considered the supreme of all holy places, even more sacred than the Ganges, due to Radha's direct association and presence. Spiritual Benefits: Taking a holy dip in these kunds is believed to cleanse sins, bestow immense spiritual merit, and grant the "prema bhakti" (intense, unconditional love) for Radha and Krishna. Many childless couples also visit and take a dip, especially during Ahoi Ashtami, believing it will bless them with children. Ahoi Ashtami (Bahulastami): This festival, commemorating the appearance day of Radha Kund, is particularly significant. Devotees often participate in a ceremonial midnight dip (ardh ratri snana) in the kunds, believed to be highly auspicious. Location and Visiting Information: Location: Radha Kund and Shyam Kund are situated in the village of Arita, approximately 21 km from Mathura and 26 km from Vrindavan, near Govardhan Hill. Accessibility: They are easily accessible by road. The nearest airports are Agra Airport (around 85 km) and Delhi's IGI Airport (around 165 km). Timings: The kunds are generally open 24 hours. Early mornings (5:00 AM – 7:00 AM) are ideal for peaceful meditation, and evenings (5:00 PM – 8:00 PM) are good for experiencing the spiritual ambiance and participating in aarti. Entry Fee: There is no entry fee. Dress Code: Modest and traditional attire is recommended out of respect for the sanctity of the site. Rituals: Visitors are encouraged to maintain cleanliness. A significant ritual for devotees is performing a parikrama (circumambulation) around Radha Kund and Shyam Kund, which is about 3 km. It is also customary to bathe first in Radha Kund, then Shyam Kund, and then again in Radha Kund. Radha Kund and Shyam Kund are not just bodies of water; they are living testaments to devotion, deeply embedded in the spiritual landscape of Braj. Radha kund and Shyam kund Darshan l Radha kund - Shyam kund l Radha Kundh and Shyam kundh l Radha Kund l Shyam kund l #radhakund #shyamkund #radhakrishna #shrikrishna #radhakunda #radhakunddarshan #radhakund #shyamkund #mathura #mathuravrindavan