Radha Rani Temple is a Hindu temple in Barsana, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, known as Shreeji(Shrij) Temple and Shri Laadli Lal Temple. The goddess Radha has a temple dedicated to her. Radha Krishna, the Temple’s main deity, has been worshipped as Shri Laadli Lal. It means beloved daughter and son of the town. Timings are 5 am to 9 pm.
The Temple attracts enormous crowds of devotees and tourists visiting temples worldwide for its most popular festivals – Radhashtami and Lathmar Holi. Shri Laadli Lal (meaning “dear daughter”) and Shri Laadli Lal (meaning “beloved son”) are the Temple’s principal deities. Barsana temple is known as Radha Rani or Shriji temple (Shreeji temple). Barsana is a holy place and also the birthplace of Shri Radha Rani Ji. This Temple has numerous names, such as Shri Ladli Maharaj Temple, Shri Ji Temple, and Barsana Temple.
History of Radha Rani Temple Barsana
Contents
- 1 History of Radha Rani Temple Barsana
- 1.1 The architecture of Radha Rani Temple Barsana
- 1.2 Facts about Shriji (Shreeji) Temple Barsana
- 1.3 Radha Rani Temple Timings
- 1.4 Festivals at Radha Rani Temple
- 1.5 Tourist places near Radha Rani Temple Barsana
- 1.6 Hotels near Radha Rani Temple Barsana
- 1.7 Radha Rani Temple Barsana Contact Details
- 1.8 How to reach Radha Rani Temple Barsana
- 1.9 FAQs
- 2 How many steps are there in Radha Rani Temple Barsana?
- 3 What is the significance of the Barsana temple?
- 4 How tall is Barsana Radha Rani temple?
- 5 On which hill is Radha Rani Temple located?
- 6 Which is the best time to go to the Barsana Radha Rani Temple?
- 7 Who built the Radha Rani temple barsana?
Shriji (Shreeji) Temple has thought to have been built around 5000 years ago by King Vajranabh (Krishna’s great-grandson). The Temple is in ruins; the icons were discovered by Narayan Bhatt (a disciple of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu), and the Temple has built by Raja Veer Singh in 1675 AD.
The architecture of Radha Rani Temple Barsana
With its arches, pillars, and red sandstone, Shri Laadli Lal Temple looks like a structure dating back to the Mughal era. The Temple looks like a magnificent red sandstone palace and has decorated with intricate hand carvings, domes, beautiful arches and exquisite paintings on its inner walls and ceilings.
Red and white stones are here to construct the Temple, symbolizing the love of Radha and Krishna. The Temple extends to the top of Bhanugarh hills, about 250 meters in height.
Facts about Shriji (Shreeji) Temple Barsana
- Shri Radha Ji was born exactly 15 days after Shri Krishna’s birth on Janamashtmi. On this day, the entire Temple has decorated with flowers.
- Shri Ji Temple was established 400 years ago by King Veer Singh in 1675.
- The red and white stones used to build the Temple symbolize the love between Shri Krishna and Shri Radha.
- This Temple is a great spot to view the entire Barsana at the hill’s peak.
Radha Rani Temple Timings
These are the timings of Radha Rani Temple.
| Days | Summer Timings | Winter Timings |
| Monday | 05:00 am to 02:00 pm & 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm | 05:30 am to 02:00 pm & 05:00 pm to 08:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 05:00 am to 02:00 pm & 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm | 05:30 am to 02:00 pm & 05:00 pm to 08:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 05:00 am to 02:00 pm & 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm | 05:30 am to 02:00 pm & 05:00 pm to 08:30 pm |
| Thursday | 05:00 am to 02:00 pm & 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm | 05:30 am to 02:00 pm & 05:00 pm to 08:30 pm |
| Friday | 05:00 am to 02:00 pm & 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm | 05:30 am to 02:00 pm & 05:00 pm to 08:30 pm |
| Saturday | 05:00 am to 02:00 pm & 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm | 05:30 am to 02:00 pm & 05:00 pm to 08:30 pm |
| Sunday | 05:00 am to 02:00 pm & 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm | 05:30 am to 02:00 pm & 05:00 pm to 08:30 pm |
Daily Aarti Timings of Radha Rani Temple Barsana
- 5:00 am: Mangala Aarti
- 6:00 am: Uththappan: Mangala Aarti
- 7:30 am: Shringar Aarti
- 8:30 am: Uththappan: Shringar Aarti
- 1:30 pm: Uththappan: Rajbhog
- 1:30 PM: Rajbhog Arti
- 4:30 pm: Uthapan
- 6:00 pm: Uththappan: Sandhya Aarti
- 7:30 pm: Sandhya Aarti
- 8:00 pm: Uththappan: Shayan Aarti
- 9:00 pm: Shayan Aarti
Summer Timings
- Opening Time: 5:00 am – 1:30 pm (Morning), 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm (Evening)
- Mangal Aarti- 05:00 am
- Shringar Aarti- 07:30 am
- Rajbhog Aarti- 01:00 pm
- Sandhya Aarti- 07:00 pm
- Shayan Aarti- 09:00 pm
Winter Timings
- Opening Time: 6:00 am – 1:30 pm (Morning), 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm (Evening)
- Mangal Aarti- 06:00 am
- Shringar Aarti- 08:30 am
- Rajbhog Aarti- 01:00 pm
- Sandhya Aarti- 07:00 pm
- Shayan Aarti- 08:00 pm
Festivals at Radha Rani Temple
On festival days, the Temple has decorated with flowers, balloons and lights. The deities have dressed in new dresses and jewellery. After performing Aarti, 56 dishes, also called “Chappan Bhog”, are offered to Radha Krishna, which later get distributed to the devotees as “Prasada”. Lathmar Holi is also one of the notable festivals of this Temple.
- Radhashtami
- Janmashtami
- Lathmar Holi
- Holi
- Sharad Purnima
- Kartik Purnima
Tourist places near Radha Rani Temple Barsana
- Rangeeli Mahal
- Kirti Temple
- Shri Maan Mandir
- Shri Vijay ladli ji mandir
- Dan Bihari Temple, Barsana
- Kusum Sarovar, Govardhan
- Shri Shani Mandir Kokilavan
- Shri Ter Kadamb, Nandgaon
- Nand Baba Temple, Nandgaon
- Shree Giriraj ji Maharaj Danghati mandir
- Sri Radha Damodar Mandir
- Shri Ashta Sakhi Temple
- Banke Bihari Temple
Hotels near Radha Rani Temple Barsana
- Wingston A Treehouse Hotel- Barsana
- Mukhiya Ji Kripa Nikunj- Guest house Barsana
- Shri Ram Guest House Barsana
- Vyas Ji Athiti Bhavan
- Hotel Gokul Inn
- Mukhiya Garden
- Giriraj Residency
- Anant Royal
Radha Rani Temple Barsana Contact Details
- Address: Shree Ji Mandir, bramachal parbhat, Barsana, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh 281405
- Phone Number: 099992 94729
- Radha Rani Temple: Official Website
- Email: pujari.shreejimandir@gmail.com
How to reach Radha Rani Temple Barsana
By Rail:
Mathura railway station is 50.7 km from Shri Laadli Lal Temple, and Kosi Kalan railway station is 10 km from the Temple.
By Air:
Indira Gandhi International Airport Delhi is around 150 km from Temple. Agra Airport is approximately 110 km away from Barsana Temple.
By Road:
Mathura is well connected to the rest of India via road and rail transport. Buses from Delhi to Mathura District are available. Regular buses from Mathura to Barsana are also available.
FAQs
How many steps are there in Radha Rani Temple Barsana?
Approximately 225 steep steps up, it is a delightful temple.
What is the significance of the Barsana temple?
Located in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, Barsana holds great historical significance, primarily because it is also the birthplace of Lord Krishna’s consort Goddess Radha.
How tall is Barsana Radha Rani temple?
Shriji (Shreeji) Temple is situated on a hill about 250 meters tall.
On which hill is Radha Rani Temple located?
Bhanugarh hills.
Which is the best time to go to the Barsana Radha Rani Temple?
The best time to visit Barsana Temple is during Holi and Radhashtmi. The entire Barsana fill with big celebrations and joy on these occasions.
Who built the Radha Rani temple barsana?
Raja Veer Singh.