It is at the cusp of the Gomti River and the Arabian Sea, providing a scenic backdrop to the spiritual site. It is said that Dwarka was submerged under the sea six times and what we see now is its seventh avatar. The temple itself has a fascinating legend. The original structure was destroyed by Mahmud Begada in , and subsequently rebuilt in the 15thth century. It was also feted by Adi Shankaracharya, the 8th century Hindu theologian and philosopher. Best time to visit: The best time to visit is between November and February, and during Janmashtami which is celebrated grandly here.
By Road The city is well connected by a robust state-run buses. By Train The city is well connected by a robust rail network. By Air Porbandar 95 km and Jamnagar km are the closest airports to Dwarka.
Pick Your Trail. To Begin Your Journey. Plan Your Stay. Registration Form. Dwarkadhish Temple Devboomi Dwarka. The main temple at Dwarka, situated on Gomti creek, is known as jagat mandir universal shrine or trilok sundar the most beautiful in all the three worlds.
Originally believed to be built by Vajranabh, the great grandson of Lord Krishna, more than years ago, it is a glorious structure seeming to rise from the waters of the Arabian Sea. Its exquisitely carved shikhar, reaching 43 m high and the huge flag made from 52 yards of cloth, can be seen from as far away as 10 km.
The grandeur of the temple is enhanced by the flight of 56 steps leading to the rear side of the edifice on the side of the river Gomti. The temple is built of soft limestone and consists of a sanctum, vestibule and a rectangular hall with porches on three sides.
The sanctum sanctorum of the temple is housed in a rectangular hall with porches on three sides. The temple complex boasts two huge gateways - devotees enter through Swarga Dwar gate to heaven and exit through Moksha Dwar gate to liberation. An elegant flight of 56 steps leading to the rear side of the edifice adds to the grandeur of the temple.
The temple is a five-storeyed structure resting on 72 pillars and stands at a height of ft. The temple's lower part dates back to the 16th century and the soaring steeple with its numerous clusters of small towers belong to the 19th century.
The temple's interior is comparatively much simpler in style barring the opulent sanctum sanctorum housing the idol of Lord Dwarkadhish. The temple remains open for devotees on all days from 7 am to One of the best sites in the country to experience scuba diving, One of the oldest temples in the country that has also been mentioned A popular spiritual site, Rukmini Mandir is dedicated to Rukmini
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