Mathura

Mathura is one of India's holiest cities and a major pilgrimage destination. It is revered as the birthplace of Lord Krishna and forms the heart of the Braj region. The district attracts millions of pilgrims and tourists every year

## Population Approximately 2.55 million

## Area 3,340 km²

## Tehsils Mathura, Chhata, Mant, Mahavan

## Major Cities & Towns Mathura, Vrindavan, Govardhan, Kosi Kalan

## Languages Hindi, Braj Bhasha

## Education Home to universities, Sanskrit institutions, colleges, and schools that support both modern and traditional education.

## Tourism Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi, Vrindavan temples, Govardhan Hill, Kusum Sarovar

## Famous Food Mathura Peda, Kachori, Rabri, Lassi