The festival of Radha Ashtami has special significance in Sanatan Dharma. Every year the festival of Radha Ashtami (Radha Ashtami 2024) is celebrated on the Ashtami Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month. It is believed that by worshiping Radha Rani on this day, the devotee gets the blessings of happiness and prosperity and happiness comes in life. For this special occasion, the temples of Radha Rani in the country and abroad are decorated and a special gaiety is seen in the temples.

If you are planning to visit Radha Rani temple on this auspicious occasion, then you must visit Shri Radha Rani Temple. Which is located in Barsana in Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh. The temple is dedicated to Radha Rani. It is also known as Radha Rani's palace. Let us know about the interesting facts related to this temple.

History of Radha Rani Temple

To have darshan of Radha Rani in this temple, devotees have to climb 250 stairs. This temple is situated on the top of the hills. The temple was built about 500 years ago by the Orchha king. The temple is made of red sandstone and has pillars. The structure of the Mughal period can be seen in it.

The temple is very important

According to religious belief, Radha Rani was incarnated on the Ashtami of Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapad month, 15 days after Lord Krishna's birth anniversary. Therefore, this day is celebrated as Radha Ashtami . This is why this temple is very important for the devotees of Radha Rani.

Radha Rani Temple Timings

Radha Rani temple opens at 05 AM in the morning and the doors of the temple are closed at 02 PM in the afternoon. At the same time, in the evening, the doors of the temple are opened for darshan at 05 PM and the temple closes at 09 PM.

How to reach Radha Rani Temple?

If you want to go to Radha Rani's temple, then this temple is 7 km away from Kosikala situated on the Delhi-Agra highway. Whereas, it is 50 km away from Mathura. You can easily reach the temple with the help of bus, car or taxi.

Apart from this, there is also the option of Indian Railways. Kosikala Railway Station is near this temple. After reaching here, you can reach the temple by bus and ca