Radha Rani Temple Barsana
🛕 Shri Radha Rani Temple (Ladli Ji Temple)
The Radha Rani Temple in Barsana is one of the most sacred temples in the Braj region. It is also lovingly called Ladli Ji Temple, as Radha Rani is affectionately known as Ladli Ji (the beloved daughter of Braj). 💖
The temple is situated on Bhanugarh Hill, offering beautiful panoramic views of Barsana.
📖 Historical Background
The temple is believed to be more than 5000 years spiritually significant.
The present structure was built in 1675 AD by King Veer Singh Deo of Orchha.
Barsana is considered the childhood home of Radha Rani after her family moved from Rawal.
According to tradition, Radha Rani is the daughter of King Vrishabhanu and Mother Kirti Devi.
🌟 Spiritual Importance
Radha Rani is worshipped as the embodiment of divine love and devotion.
Devotees believe that without Radha’s blessings, one cannot attain Krishna’s grace.
Barsana is one of the main pilgrimage sites in the 84 Kos Braj Parikrama.
🏛️ Temple Architecture
Built in traditional Rajasthani style
Made of red sandstone
Beautiful carvings and artistic pillars
The temple requires climbing around 200+ steps to reach the top
Inside the temple, Radha Rani is worshipped along with Lord Krishna.
🎉 Major Festivals Celebrated
🌺 Radhashtami
The appearance day of Radha Rani is celebrated with grand decorations, kirtan, and special darshan.
🎨 Lathmar Holi
Barsana is world-famous for its unique Holi celebration called Lathmar Holi, where women playfully hit men with sticks in a traditional style.
🌸 Jhulan Yatra
During the monsoon season, Radha-Krishna are placed on beautifully decorated swings.
🪔 Kartik Month Celebrations
Special bhajans and deep daan programs take place.
🛣️ How to Reach
Distance from Mathura: approx. 45 km
Distance from Vrindavan: approx. 50 km
Nearest Railway Station: Mathura Junction
Accessible by taxi, bus, or private vehicle
⏰ Temple Timings (Approximate)
Summer:
Morning: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Evening: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Winter:
Morning: 5:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Evening: 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
(Timings may vary during festivals.)
🌄 Nearby Places to Visit in Barsana
Maan Mandir
Mor Kutir
Pili Pokhor
Prem Sarovar
Man Mandir
🌸 Why Visit Radha Rani Temple?
To receive the blessings of Ladli Ji 💕
To experience divine love in its purest form
To participate in unique Braj festivals
To enjoy spiritual peace with beautiful hilltop views
Barsana is not just a tourist place — it is a land of divine love and devotion. A visit here during your Braj Yatra makes the journey spiritually complete. 🙏