Uddhav Kund
🌊 Uddhav Kund
📍 Location
Uddhav Kund is located near Govardhan Hill in Govardhan town, district Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, India.
It lies on the sacred Govardhan Parikrama Marg and is a peaceful spiritual spot in Braj.
📖 Historical & Spiritual Background
Uddhav Kund is connected with the divine pastime of Uddhav, the close friend and disciple of Lord Krishna.
According to the Bhagavata Purana:
When Krishna moved to Mathura, the gopis of Vrindavan were deeply separated from Him.
Krishna sent Uddhav to Vrindavan to deliver His message.
Uddhav tried to give spiritual knowledge to the gopis.
But after witnessing the pure love (Prema Bhakti) of the gopis, Uddhav became humbled.
He prayed to be born as a shrub or grass in Braj to receive the dust of the gopis’ feet.
It is believed that Uddhav performed meditation and stayed at this place, which became known as Uddhav Kund.
🌸 Spiritual Importance
Symbol of the highest form of devotion (Gopi Prema).
Represents humility and surrender.
Devotees meditate here remembering Krishna’s message to the gopis.
A peaceful place for chanting and bhajan.
This place teaches that pure love is greater than dry knowledge.
🛕 Temple & Surroundings
Sacred kund (water reservoir) with stone steps
Small temples and shrines nearby
Calm and less crowded compared to Danghati
Surrounded by natural Braj atmosphere
Many sadhus sit here and perform bhajan.
🚶♂️ Importance in Govardhan Parikrama
Uddhav Kund is an important stop during the 21 km Govardhan Parikrama.
Nearby sacred places include:
Radha Kund
Kusum Sarovar
Govinda Kund
Danghati Temple
🎉 Major Festivals
Kartik Month (Damodar Month)
Govardhan Puja
Janmashtami
Radha Ashtami
Devotees visit especially during Kartik for parikrama and deep meditation.
⏰ Visiting Time
🕰️ Open: Sunrise to Sunset🌤️ Best Time: October to March🌅 Early morning is ideal for peaceful darshan.
✨ Why Uddhav Kund is Special?
Connected with Krishna’s message to the gopis
Symbol of humility and devotion
Peaceful meditation spot in Govardhan
Important point in Govardhan Parikrama
Uddhav Kund is not just a pond — it is a sacred reminder that pure love for Krishna is the highest spiritual attainment.