Roopa Kachori Wala (Vishram Bazar, Gol Pada)
Hing kachori and jalebi
पागल बाबा मंदिर
Pagal Baba Temple
A ten-storey modern temple on the Mathura-Vrindavan road, built by the followers of a saint known as Pagal Baba.
TempleMathuraRadha-Krishna and Ram-Sita (as shown at the temple)
The story: The saint who was called mad with love
Pagal means mad, and in Braj to be called mad with love of Krishna is a compliment. The temple was built by the followers of the late Pagal Baba, and devotees say the place keeps the spirit of its founder. It is a modern temple of ten storeys, with floors showing scenes from the lives of Krishna and Rama.
No Puranic or classical text is tied to this temple. It is a living, recent tradition, and the sources found give no date of founding. Treat the details as what the temple tells you.
Where this is told
- No scriptural source. Modern temple, local tradition
History
- Built by the followers of the late Pagal Baba. The year and the saint's biography were not found in the sources checked. Check locally.
What to see
- The ten storeys of tableaux
- The view from the top floor (check locally)
Key festivals
- Aug to Sep: Janmashtami
Timings and rules
| Summer darshan | Daylight hours. Check locally |
|---|---|
| Winter darshan | Daylight hours. Check locally |
| Closed | Check locally |
| Dress code | Modest clothing; shoulders and knees covered. |
| Photos and phones | Not inside any sanctum. Check locally for the rest. |
No reliable published timings were found. Check locally.
Parking and getting there
Parking
Temple parking on the Mathura-Vrindavan road. Check locally.
Charge: Small. Check locally.
Restrictions
- No special rule found. Festival days bring diversions. Check locally
Cab drop and walk
Drop: At the gate.
Walk: 2 minutes.
Town-wide parking and transport rules: Mathura guide.
Distances and nearby places
| From Mathura Junction | About 6 km |
|---|---|
| From Banke Bihari, Vrindavan | About 7 km |
| From Delhi Airport (IGI) | About 170 km |
Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic and diversions.
Practical tips
Timing and crowds
Best time: Afternoon, when the Vrindavan darshans are closed.
Crowds: Usually light. Heavier on festival days.
Monkeys: Possible. Keep spectacles, phones and food out of sight.
Comfort
Footwear: Leave shoes at the gate or with your driver.
Toilets: Limited. Use facilities before you arrive.
Accessibility: Uneven ground and steps are likely. Check locally.
Scams to avoid
- Touts who offer a 'special' puja or darshan for a fee
Where to eat nearby
Dalmiya Bhojanalaya (Vishram Ghat)
Veg thalis
Brijwasi Mithai Wala (next to Tilak Dwar, Holi Gate)
Mathura peda, malpua, rabri, jalebi, badam milk, chaat and thali. Named in six independent blogs. Separate from Main Brijwasi Pede Wale near the Janmasthan
Shankar Mithai Wala (Holi Gate)
Poori-sabzi in desi ghee, sweet and salted cumin lassi in kulhad, khurchan
Gujrati Hindu Lodge (lane near Vishram Ghat)
Unlimited Gujarati veg thali
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 it a good stop in the midday closure?
Yes, many families visit it while other temples are closed. Check locally for its own hours.
Check locally
- Timings and entry rules
- Year built
- 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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