Kusum Sarovar is a large, rectangular sacred tank framed by magnificent sandstone chhatris and arcades on the banks of Govardhan Hill. The emerald-coloured water, broad ghats and reflection of the domes in the pond make it one of the most picturesque spots in Braj. Inside the chhatris, painted ceilings depict scenes from Krishna’s pastimes and the life of the Jat rulers of Bharatpur. For tourists it’s a popular photo and sunset point; for devotees it’s a deeply sacred place associated with Radha and Krishna’s meeting pastimes among flowering groves.
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History & highlights
Legends say Radha came here to collect flowers (“kusum”) and secretly meet Krishna. The present monumental architecture, however, dates mainly to the 18th century, when King Jawahar Singh of Bharatpur built grand cenotaphs here in memory of his father Suraj Mal and the royal family. The fusion of Rajput architecture and Vaishnava sacred geography turned an already holy pond into a key visual landmark of Braj. Over the last few decades, restoration projects have cleaned and stabilised the ghats and painted surfaces, highlighting Kusum Sarovar as both heritage monument and living tirtha.
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