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The Kusum Sarovar is a water reservoir located on Govardhan Hill, between Manasi Ganga and Radha Kund, northeast of Govardhan town in Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh. The tank was developed in 1675 CE by Bir Singh Deo of Orchha, while the surrounding garden was laid out in the 18th century under Suraj Mal during the period of Late Mughal-Jat rule. In 1768 CE, Jawahar Singh rebuilt the complex and added memorial cenotaphs dedicated to Suraj Mal and his queens. Constructed of sandstone and lime mortar, Kusum Sarovar is distinguished by its terraced gardens, chhatri cenotaphs, and ritual steps around the kund. The monument is protected by the Uttar Pradesh State Archaeology Department.