Maan Sarovar (Mansarovar) is located on the bank of Yamuna opposite to Vrindavan and is surrounded by serene forests. The name “Maan” signifies the lover’s anger, while “Sarovar” means lake. It is believed that Radharani, feeling jealous of Krishna’s dancing with other gopis during the Rasa Lila near the Yamuna river, expressed her anger and left the dance. She crossed the yamuna, came to Mansarovar and wept uncontrollably, and her tears formed the lake. Krishna eventually found her there and apologized by placing his flute and head at her feet. He promised never to repeat his actions. A painting depicting this scene is worshiped in an old temple on the bank of Maan Sarovar. Jayadeva Goswami in his gita govinda beautifully describes this pastime in the following words –
