Dwarka
Location: 457km from Ahmedabad at western coast of Gujarat.
About: One of the oldest and most prominent tourist sites in
India, Dwarka is famous for its association with Hindu Lord Krishna.
The city houses famous Dwarkadheesh Temple dedicated to Lord
Krishna, the ruler of the city. This place has great mention in
Hindu vedas, upnishads and purans. Visiting Dwarka during Janamastmi
(festival to celebrate birth of Lord Krishna) can be very exciting.
Hordes of Hindu pilgrims across the country visit this place
annually. Dwakadheesh temple situated here is about 2500 years old
and houses Jagat Temple and Nij Temple within its vicinity. Among 12
Jyotirlingas in India, Nageshwar Mahadev Temple is located in Dwarka
and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. There are other temples like Rukmini
Devi Temple dedicated to Krishna's wife Rukmini (incarnation of
goddess Laxmi). There is also a Math for holy saints established at
Dwarka.
Places of Interest:
Dwarkadheesh Temple – 2500 years old temple dedicated
to Lord Krishna.
Rukmini Devi Temple - Dedicated to Lord Krishna's wife
Rukmini, it is a small temple from 12th century.
Gomti Ghat Temples – Located where river Gomti meets
sea. Taking a holy dip at this mingling point is considered as
libearting.
Nageshwar Mahadev Temple – One of the 12 Jyotirligas in
India, it is dedicated to Hindu Lord Shiva.
Bhalka Tirth – The place where Lord Krishna was shot
with an arrow while he was sleeping wearing deer skin.
Accessibility:
By Air: Jamnagar airport is located at a distance of about
140km. You can take a bus or taxi from here to reach Dwarka.
By Rail: Regular trains run between Ahmedabad and Dwarka.
By Road: Apart from State Transport Buses, private buses and
coaches are good mode of commutation.
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