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Jatipura (Mukharvind)
The Mukharvind, the 'face' of Giriraj, where Pushtimarg's Shrinathji first appeared.
TempleGovardhanGiriraj Mukharvind; the Pushtimarg place of Shrinathji's appearance
The story: The arm of Shrinathji rises from the hill
In the Pushtimarg tradition, Krishna's raised left arm appeared from Giriraj in 1409 (Vikram era), on the day of Shravana Shukla Panchami (Nag Panchami), and the face appeared later, in 1479. The cowherds saw a cow pour milk daily on a spot on the hill, and a hand appeared. This deity was named Devadamana, later Shrinathji. Vallabhacharya (1479 to 1531) installed Shrinathji on Govardhan in a small shrine in 1499, and the Pushtimarg sect was founded here.
Madhavendra Puri, Chaitanya's Vaishnava predecessor, is also linked to this place. The Chaitanya Charitamrita narrates how Gopal, the deity he served at Govardhan, asked for sandalwood and a cooling paste (Madhya Lila 4).
The Mukharvind at Jatipura is the face of the hill itself, worshipped with milk and flowers, a reminder of the Bhagavata's Govardhan chapters (Srimad Bhagavatam 10.24 to 10.25). Dates here follow tradition and should be treated accordingly.
Where this is told
- Srimad Bhagavatam 10.24 and 10.25
- Chaitanya Charitamrita, Madhya Lila 4 (Madhavendra Puri and Gopal)
- The Shrinathji appearance dates are Pushtimarg tradition
History
- Shrinathji was moved from Govardhan to Nathdwara in Rajasthan in 1672 for safety. Nathdwara is now his permanent home.
- Jatipura remains an important Pushtimarg sthal, with the Mukharvind and Vallabhacharya's baithak.
What to see
- The Mukharvind of Giriraj
- Vallabhacharya's baithak
- Milk abhishek of the stone
Key festivals
- Jul to Aug: Nag Panchami, the appearance day of Shrinathji's arm
- Oct to Nov: Annakut
Timings and rules
| Summer darshan | About 5:30 am to 12:00 pm, and 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm |
|---|---|
| Winter darshan | About 6:00 am to 12:00 pm, and 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm |
| Closed | Afternoon |
| Dress code | Modest. |
| Photos and phones | Not inside. Check locally. |
Indicative. Check locally.
Parking and getting there
Parking
Near the Jatipura village, on the parikrama road.
Charge: Small. Check locally.
Restrictions
- Narrow village lanes
Cab drop and walk
Drop: Drop at the entrance lane.
Walk: 5 minutes.
Town-wide parking and transport rules: Govardhan guide.
Distances and nearby places
| From Mathura Junction | About 28 km |
|---|---|
| From Banke Bihari, Vrindavan | About 31 km |
| From Delhi Airport (IGI) | About 180 km |
Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic and diversions.
Practical tips
Timing and crowds
Best time: Morning.
Crowds: Light.
Monkeys: Yes.
Comfort
Footwear: At the gate.
Toilets: Limited.
Accessibility: Uneven.
Scams to avoid
- Donation-seeking touts
Where to eat nearby
Krishna Bhojanalay (near Govardhan hill)
Rotis, curries and rice
This list comes from desk research in published guides and listings. We have not visited these places for this guide. Walk and drive times are rough, and opening hours, prices and onion/garlic policy can change, so check locally before you go.
Common questions
Is the Shrinathji deity here?
No, Shrinathji is in Nathdwara, Rajasthan. Jatipura is the place of his appearance.
Check locally
- Timings
- Dates (tradition)
- Parking
Last checked: 2026-10-23. Sources for timings, parking and rules:
Radhe Radhe. Walk with love, we will take care of the road.
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