Published on Jan, 2025
This was an amazing day. My guide, Arun Rajput, and I visited two of the holy cities and learned a lot about Hinduism while experiencing the awe and joy of numerous pilgrims. The cities represent both where Krishna was born and where he lived. Paintings, carvings and life sized dioramas depicting scenes from the life of Krishna not only dotted the temples but were also throughout the towns. Parts of the tour involved a boat trip on the Yamuna river as well as tuk-tuk and bicycle rickshaw rides through the “real” part of the city. Topping off the day was an excellent buffet lunch and a visit to a unique craft factory producing local embroidery. Arun was an excellent and very knowledgeable guide while our driver, Manoj, was safe and always waiting for us when we were ready for the car.