Take a holy tour to Dwaraka, a historic and religious city for a holiday of peace and spirituality.

Built on the Gamut creek’s right bank, Dwarka is one of India’s four holy pilgrimage cities of Hinduism. The present city is said to be the seventh city built in that region, with the earlier six cities having been submerged into the sea. This place is an excellent travel destination if you are looking for a holiday with a difference.

History in Dwarka

This pilgrimage centre of importance has many legends associated with it, as it is blended with the life of Lord Krishna. The present temple that is at this place, Dwarakanath, is believed to have been erected by a supernatural force in just one night, under the direction of Lord Krishna’s great grandson, Vajranabh. It is also believed that the sea has swallowed this city six times, and the present city is the seventh one.

Tourism in Dwarka

There are a number of places to visit in Dwarka for the devoutly interested. You will find the temple of Dwarkadheesh, or the Jagat Mandir, an architecturally and religiously appealing place. This temple is 2500 years old and has lavish carvings embellishing it. There are sixty columns which support the roof of the Jagat Mandir’s audience hall and the main temple is five stories tall with a spire that rises to a great height of 157 feet.

The temple of Nageshwar Mahadev is also a place that you should surely visit. Lying about 12 kilometres from Dwarka, this temple is said to be one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of India. Also ensure that the Rukmini temple is on your travel itinerary. It is 1600 years old and is legendary.

Apart from the temples that can be visited, you can also explore the seat of Adi Shankaracharya at Dwarka. The Sharada Peetha is where Sanskrit research work is carried out, and you will enjoy looking into India’s glorious past, religiously as well as culturally.

If you plan a trip in August or September, you will be in time to witness the celebration of Janmashtami, which is the birthday of Lord Krishna. This is Dwarka’s most important festival and you will benefit by adding it in your travel itinerary.

Dwarka can be reached by road or by train and there is regular transportation available for those who would like to explore its delights. If you wish it, you can also avail of various tour packages that include transportation from and to major stations as well as excellent accommodation.