Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva are in the form of mountains in Braj
In Barsana, Lord Brahma assumed the form of mountain. The mountain is called “Bhram Parvat”.
Leela - Eternal Pastimes of Shri Radha Krishn
Divine pastimes (or loveplay) of Shri Radha Krishn in Braj Vrindavan Dham with sakhis (friends of Shri Radharani) are called 'Leelas’. Each spot in the Braj Dham is the witness of the pastimes of Shri Shri Radha Krishn. Checkout amazing pastimes of Shri Shri Radha Krishn in Braj Vrindavan Dham here.
71 Pastimes Found
Rajdaan Leela
Everytime Shri Krishna used to collect toll from sakhis when they went to sell milk and curd, but now sakhis wanted to collect toll from Shri Krishna. So they thought to perform a Leela, Shri Radharani assumes the form of Shri Krishna now at Gehvarvan, and Shri Krishna becomes Sakhi now. Shri Krishna in the form of Sakhi is selling the curd and milk. Shri Radharani who is in the form of Shri Krishna is asking for a toll and Shri Krishna is engaged in the loving quarrel with Shri Radharani. Beautiful Leela is depicted here.
When Queens of Dwarika met Shri Yamuna Devi: “There is no agony in separation in Vrindavan
Once the Queens of Dwarika saw Shri Yamuna Devi in an extremely joyful state. They all were amazed to see that, we are being suffered from the agony in the separation of Shri Krishn but look, Yamuna Ji is gently smiling. She is also one of the queens of Shri Krishn, why is she in so much joyful state. The queens of Dwarika further asked Yamuna Ji, what is the matter and how is she able to control her emotions of separation from Shri Krishn?
Parson or Palson, Braj - Pastimes:
The pastimes comes under Braj Leela, While Shri Krishn sat on Akrüra’s chariot, waiting to depart, He became disturbed upon seeing the condition of the gopis in their mood of separation. To pacify them, He told them, “I promise that I will surely return the day after tomorrow.” The day after tomorrow is called "parson" in Hindi; hence the name of this village became Parson. Parson lies on the road between Govardhana and Barsana, close to the village of Shri Krishn repeatedly told the gopis, “I will soon return.”
Shyam Kuti/Kutir Pastimes
Shyam Kuti is situated in between a thick bunch of trees near Ratna Sihasana. Here, Shri Shyamasundar smeared His body with Shyama Colored musk, dressed in Shyama-coloured clothes and ornaments, and entered a Shyama-coloured bower. No one able to recognize him, even the gopis were unable to recognize Him. He performed many pleasant pastimes with them after they found him out. Nearby is a 'bajani-shila', a stone that makes sweet sounds when tapped.
Loving Quarrel Between Shuka and Sari about Yugal Sarkar
Once Shri Mahaprabhu became absorbed in transcendental emotions, while doing Vrindavan’s parikrama, He came to Goverdhan. A little further on, Shriman Mahaprabhu saw a female and male parrot (Sari and Shuka) sitting opposite each other on two branches of a tree, lovingly quarrelling about the glories of the Divine Couple, Shri Radha-Krishna.
Mansi Ganga - Braj Dham
According to legend, Shri Krishna used to sport with Shri Radharani and Gopis in the Yamuna, When Bhagavati Ganga beheld the great fortune of the Yamuna, her younger sister, she also became overwhelmed by a strong desire to serve the Divine Couple Shri Radha-Krishna. She expressed this yearning to Yamuna and requested her help. Krishna's dear Shri Yamuna entreated her beloved Krishna to bestow His mercy upon her elder sister, so when the time was right, Shri Krishna summoned Gangaji to Braj and blessed her by frolicking in her waters.
Prem Sarovar - Barsana
Once, Krishna and Radharani were sitting together. A bee zoomed near Radharani menacingly. Krishna asked a Gopa friend to chase it away. When the friend drove the bee away and returned, he said, “Madhu is gone.” Madhu means bee and is the name of Krishna as well. Radharani felt Krishna went away and she began to cry.
Chir Ghat or Cheer Ghat, Vrindavan
Chir Ghat is one of the holiest ghats (series of steps leading down to a water body) on the banks of the river Yamuna. This is the place where the famous pastime of Baby Krishna stealing the clothes of the Gopis (Cowherd Maidens) of Vrindavan took place.
Deha Kunda, Braj
Deha Kunda is located at Uncha Gaon near Barsana. It is a village of Lalita Sakhi. Here once one brahmin asked Shri Krishn, I have a daughter of marriageable age, can you please give me some wealth? Shri Krishn thought, “Radha" is My only and entire wealth. But for Her, I possess nothing else of value.” So He told the brahmana, “I want to give you My entire fortune, not just a little money.” He then pointed towards Shri Radha and said, “She is My entire property and wealth. Please accept Her.” There is nothing which is more dearest to me than Radharani.
Aseshwar Mahadev's Divine pastimes, Nandgaon
When Lord Shiva went to have a glimpse of Lala (Shri Krishn) in Nand Bhawan, Yashoda Maiya denied saying our Lala is very small and would be scared of your fearful form. Mahadev Ji disappointed and came here and sat down with a desire ('aas') to see Shri Krishn. Since Lord Mahadev desires to see Shri Krishn here, so He is called 'Aaseshwar' Mahadev.
Priya Kunda (Peeli Pokhar), Barsana - Divine Pastimes
Surrounding this pond are Pilu trees that produce fruits in abundance. On the pretext of collecting Pilu fruits, Shri Radharani would come here to perform varieties of playful pastimes. Shri Krishn would also come here from Nandagaon and enact many pastimes with Her. Once, during her childhood pastimes, Shri Radhika and Her sakhis went to Nandagaon to see Yashoda Mayia. Charmed by Shri Radha’s beauty and qualities, Yashoda Maiya painted Kishori Ji Shri Radha's hands yellow. Radhika's heart became very happy but, as She returned to Her father’s house in Barsana, She became quite embarrassed. She washed and scrubbed Her hands in this pond, and the pond’s water turned yellow. This pond is therefore called Peeli Pokhar, “the yellow pond”.It is also called Priya Kund.
Two different Incarnations of Shri Krishn - Chaitanya Mahaprabhu Explains Roop Goswami
In the Chaitanya-charitamrta, Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu told Rupa Goswami. “The Krishna known as Yadukumara is Vasudeva Krishna. He is different from the Krishna who is the son of Nanda Maharaja. Yadukumara Krishna manifests his pastimes in the cities of Mathura and Dwaraka, but Krishna, the son of Nanda Maharaja never leaves Vrindavan at any cost. He never takes an inch of step outside Vrindavan.”
Mukharai Village, Braj
This village has been named after Radharani’s maternal grandmother Mukhara, who lived at this place and thus the village achieved its name of Mukharai. It is said that Mukhara used to take great transcendental pleasure in arranging secret meetings between Radha and Krishna, and every morning without fail went to take darshana of the ‘Divine Couple’. In the village, one can see Mukhara-kunda, and the famous Mukhara Devi temple containing the deities of Radharani along with Her mother Kirtida, and Her grandmother Mukhara Devi. There is also a bhajana-shila here which is a hollow rock that sounds like a bell when struck.
Incredible Swing Pastimes of Radha Krishna experienced by Roop Goswami at Imlitala, Radha Kunda
Imlitala at Radha Kunda, Goverdhan is the place where a very large tamarind tree once stood and it was the place where Roop Goswami witnessed the most incredible swing pastimes of Radha and Krishna known as jhulana-lila.
Glories of Ganthuli Gram -Braj
While playing Holi, Radha and Krishna were seated on a singhasana (throne). The sakhis took the opportunity to secretly tie the divine couple's cloth together. When Radha and Krishn stood, They found Their cloth was tied together and felt little shy as all the sakhis smiled in great fun. After throwing colored dyes [playing Holi], the sakhis untied Their clothing. For this reason, the town is named Ganthauli. This red color is seen by the people in Vasant [springtime] in the water of Gulal Kund.
Glories of Radha Sarovar
Radha Sarovar Prathna Mantra is as such, Oh Radhika Sarovar, The one who gratifies the demigods! Obeisance to you. This lake has the power and potential to liberate the three worlds. We bow our heads unto this delightful pilgrim.
Parasauli Village, Braj / Soor Kuti - Divine Pastimes
Parasauli village lies about one-and-a-quarter miles south-east of Govardhana Town in the lowlands of Govardhana. This is the place of the spring Raas Leela of Krishna and His beloved gopis.
Krishn Kund, Braj - Divine Pastimes
This pond, which is surrounded by dense banyan trees, provides a concealed setting for various pastimes of the Divine Couple Shri Radha Krishn. It lies in the southern part of Javata.
Luk Luk Kund -Kamvyavan, Braj
The Luk-Luk Kund is situated in Kamvya Van, where the Shri Krishna hid and later manifested on the mount, playing the mellifluous flute. Shri Krishna, his beloved Shri Radha and the Braj Gopikas are forever engrossed in some amusing escapades. Today it was the round of playing hide and seek, with Krishna’s turn to find them. Shri Radha hid in a secluded bower along with her sakhis, Lalita and Vishakha. They both enjoy the divine play. Weaving this sweet tale in its environs, the site is lovable. Kamlakar Sarovar, Jal Krida Kund, Dhyan Kund and Tapt Kund are nearby. One can also have a darshan of Shri Luk Luk Dau Ji Maharaj.