Machkund Dholpur

Sagar Gujrati 21 months ago

Just 45 minutes drive from Agra and we reached here....

Machkund in Dholpur

It is a historical and holy place in Dholpur. I never heard anything about it until a renowned journalist Manoj Mittal jee told me and advised me to visit the place and witness its beauty. He told me that Machkund is a hidden gem of a place to visit in Dholpur. ReCently, the Rajasthan government has started Light and sound show in Machkund.

It is famously known as the nephew of all pilgrimage places in India. It is also popularly called Teerthraj Machkund. Teerthraj means king of all pilgrimage places. There is a big and peaceful kund/ pond/ lake surrounded by a series of temples of different dates.

As per historical documents, the place is named after Raja Machchh. Raja Machchh is the 24th king of the Suryavanshi Dynasty and he is said to have reigned nineteen generations before Lord Ram. There is a very interesting story behind the inception of Teerthraj Machkund in Dholpur. According to legend, way back in the mythological period, the demon called Kaal Yamaan while pursuing Lord Krishna unknowingly woke up the Raja Machchh who was sleeping at this place. For disturbing his sleep, Raja Machchh burnt the demon Kaal Yamaan at this exact place. Due to the divine gift from the Lord, the king has the power to destroy any person.

Teerthraj Machkund is an ancient holy establishment that is believed to have been constructed many years ago. It is significantly surrounded by small to medium size temples built from BC 775 to BC 915. These temples were constructed by numerous kings who ruled over this place during that phase of time.

This is must visit place and very near to Agra. A perfect single weekend visit.

Incredible, picturesque, perfect short outing destination.

Devee Prasad! 11 months ago

• Muchkund is a natural and religious spot. The spot is associated with the great epic. Mahabharata. It is said that whosoever will take dip in this tank will gain the merit of bathing at sixty eight sacred rivers.

• You can reach Dholpur by air, train, or road. The nearest airport is Agra Airport, which is approximately 56 kilometers away. Alternatively, you can take a train to Dholpur Junction or reach by road via private or public transport.

• There are several hotels, guesthouses, and resorts available in the city to suit different budgets and preferences. Consider factors such as location, amenities, and reviews when choosing your accommodation.

• Once you arrive in Dholpur, you can hire a taxi or use local transportation options like auto-rickshaws or cycle-rickshaws to reach Machkund. Machkund is a famous stepwell located about 25 kilometers from Dholpur city.

• The stunning architectural design of Machkund and the stepwell features intricate carvings, detailed sculptures, and beautiful stone craftsmanship caught your attention.

• Machkund is a place where you will found the visit enjoyable, educational, or memorable.

(Visited on May 17, 2023)

Deepanshi Jindal 14 months ago

This place is very old and very nice and here the night show till 8:30 and it is very good, there is also a river and it is said that if you take a bath in the river, many things will be correct…