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GOVARDHAN
MOUNT
It
lies at a short distance of 10 km,; from Brindavan. It -lures all
for the awe-inspiring episode of lifting the Govardhan Hills by Sri
Krishna with his left and hand holding it on the little finger
to protect Gopas and their cattle, when Devendra sent a terrible
rain-storm to punish them for dishonouring him. People undertake
perambulation of this sacred Hill for salvation. it is a holy spot
worthy of visitation. The Van Vihar festival celebrated every year
includes this
place for Yatra, lasting for a week. After this, pilgrims go back to
Mathura again.
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