Thousands of pilgrims visit Mathura on this day. Dahi Handi celebrations are the high point of the festival. A human pyramid is formed to break a pot of curds that is suspended a high point.

Scroll down to explore what makes Janmashtami celebrations in Mathura and Vrindavan an experience like no other. (Also read: Janmashtami 2024: Why Chappan Bhog is offered to Lord Krishna?

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Mathura (UP), August 26 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath offered prayers at Shri Krishna Janambhumi Temple in Mathura on Janmashtami. He also performed Mangal Aarti at the Temple.