Krishna Janmashtami is an auspicious Hindu occasion that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu. Krishna Janmashtami is also known as Krishnashtami, Janmashtami, or Gokulashtami. Krishna's birth is celebrated and observed on the eighth day i.e. Ashtami of the dark fortnight i.e. Krishna Paksha in the month of Shravana. Krishna Janmashtami 2024 will be celebrated on Monday, August 26, 2024. This year, it will be the 5251st birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. On the other hand, Dahi Handi, which is popular in Maharashtra, will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 27.

If you can’t visit Vrindavan, you can watch the birth of Laddu Gopal online. Scroll down to see the live links of Krishna Janmashtami 2024 live streaming from Vrindavan and take online darshan from Banke Bihari Temple, Rasaleela & ISKCON celebration on the occasion of Gokulashtami. In this article, let’s know more about Krishna Janmashtami 2024 celebrations in Mathura’s Vrindavan, Krishna Janmashtami 2024 date and the significance of the auspicious day.

Significance of Krishna Janmashtami in Vrindavan

Among the most famous places where Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated with great pomp and devotion is Vrindavan in Uttar Pradesh’s Mathura district. Vrindavan, being the birthplace and childhood home of Lord Krishna, is one of the most significant places for devotees during this festival. Krishna Janmashtami in Vrindavan is a grand and vibrant celebration, deeply rooted in the cultural and spiritual traditions of the region. Large processions are carried out on the streets, with devotees singing and dancing to the tunes of devotional music.

Krishna Janmashtami 2024 Celebrations in Vrindavan

In certain Hindu texts, such as the Gita Govinda, Krishna has been identified as supreme God and the source of all avatars. Hence, on the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami, the temples, especially the Banke Bihari Temple, Prem Mandir, and ISKCON Temple, are beautifully decorated with flowers, lights, and designs. The idol of Lord Krishna is dressed in new clothes and adorned with jewellery, and special rituals are performed throughout the day.

Krishna Janmashtami 2024 Live Streaming From Vrindavan

The celebration of Krishna Janmashtami in Vrindavan is highly auspicious. Travellers visit the city in Uttar Pradesh during this time to seek the blessings of Lord Krishna. Notably, the popular temples host a series of live streaming events during the Janmashtami celebration. The YouTube channel of Doordarshan National will showcase live streaming of the Janmashtami 2024 celebration from Banke Bihari Temple. You can click here to catch the live darshan online. In addition, ISKCON Vrindavan will also host a live streaming session for the Krishna Janmashtami celebration. You can click here for Radha Krishna devotional darshan online from ISKCON Vrindavan.

Watch Krishna Janmashtami Celebration From ISKCON Vrindavan:

The main highlight of Krishna Janmashtami celebration is the midnight ritual, which take place at the exact time of Lord Krishna’s birth. The temples are filled with devotees who gather to witness the grand ‘Abhishek’, the ritual bathing of the idol and the joyous singing of devotional songs. Vrindavan is famous for its Rasleela performances, where the life stories of Lord Krishna, especially his childhood antics and his love for Radha, are enacted through dance and drama.

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