Nāthdwāra is a small town located in the Rajsamand district of the state of Rajasthan in the North Zone of India. Situated on the banks of the Banas River, it is known for its rich cultural heritage and religious significance. The town is primarily famous for its iconic Shrinathji Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna. The temple is a major pilgrimage site for followers of the Pushti Marg sect of Hinduism and attracts devotees from all over the country. The idol of Shrinathji, a 14th-century black marble statue of Lord Krishna, is believed to have been brought to Nāthdwāra to protect it from destruction during the Mughal era.