Kachori-aloo stalls near the Shri Radha Rani (Shriji) temple
Early-morning kachori with aloo sabzi, and bedai with jalebi in the main market. Stalls are unnamed
प्रेम सरोवर
Prem Sarovar
The lake of love, between Barsana and Nandgaon, where Radha and Krishna met.
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The story: The lake that filled with tears of joy
Prem Sarovar is said to be one of the places where Radha and Krishna secretly met when their villages Barsana and Nandgaon were a few kilometres apart. The lake is called 'of love' because tradition says it was filled by the tears of their meetings and partings.
It lies near the village of Sanket, where, by local tradition, Krishna promised to meet Radha (sanket means 'signal' or 'tryst'). It is a folk place with no firm scriptural source, so treat it as local tradition.
Where this is told
- Local tradition only
History
- A small lake with ghats and shrines. Details: check locally.
What to see
- The lake
- Sanket shrine nearby (check locally)
Key festivals
- Feb to Mar: Holi processions pass nearby (check locally)
Timings and rules
| Summer darshan | Daytime |
|---|---|
| Winter darshan | Daytime |
| Closed | Unknown |
| Dress code | Modest. |
| Photos and phones | Fine. |
Not verified.
Parking and getting there
Parking
Roadside.
Charge: Check locally.
Restrictions
- Holi diversions on the Barsana-Nandgaon road
Cab drop and walk
Drop: Roadside.
Walk: A few minutes.
Town-wide parking and transport rules: Barsana guide.
Distances and nearby places
| From Mathura Junction | About 53 km |
|---|---|
| From Banke Bihari, Vrindavan | About 53 km |
| From Delhi Airport (IGI) | About 150 km |
Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic and diversions.
Practical tips
Timing and crowds
Best time: Morning.
Crowds: Light.
Monkeys: Some.
Comfort
Footwear: Check locally.
Toilets: None known.
Accessibility: Check locally.
Scams to avoid
- Few
Where to eat nearby
Sweet shops on Temple Road, Barsana
Chilled thandai (ask for no bhang), rabri and peda. No shop names found
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
Where is it exactly?
Between Barsana and Nandgaon, near Sanket. Ask your driver.
Check locally
- Exact location
- History
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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