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Ideal duration: 1-2 days
Best time: Jul-Mar (Read More)
Nearest Airport: Porbandar (Check Flights)
Famous for having one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, Dwarka is best known as the home of Lord Krishna and will enchant you with the holiness that the air here carries. Located on the western tip of the Saurashtra peninsula in Gujarat, Dwarka is popularly known as the "home of Lord Krishna". The name Dwarka literally translates to dwar meaning 'door' and ka meaning 'moksha' meaning the ‘door to salvation. And so the aura of the religious town reverberates with spiritual holiness and chants of the devotees seeking moksha. Dwarka boasts of being the only city that is a part of both Char Dham (four principal holy places) and also Sapta Puris (seven holy cities) mentioned in the Hindu religion. For this reason, it enjoys a remarkable religious significance and attracts thousands of pilgrims all year round. In addition to this, the town is replete with grandeur temples, marvellous architecture and places of cultural significance. The beachside and the seashores are an added tourist attraction.
Dwar, meaning door in Sanskrit, is believed to be the gateway to heaven. Legend has it that the city was once engulfed by the sea and recent excavations reveal that a city did exist here. Dwarka can offer you the most spiritual and holy bit of Gujarat. The temples here have a culture and significance as rich as the legends, mythology and beliefs that surround them. They are also marvels and gems of architecture as they are of Hindu mythology. Your serene experience from the temples and the spiritual spirit of the town will only be complimented be the beaches that city has to offer.
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- Dwarka is a religious place. Though there is no written or official rule, it is advisable to be properly dressed. Avoid shorts, dresses and sleeveless clothes.
5 months ago by Pranjali Kureel
Being a non-religious person, I was initially reluctant to visit Dwarka when my parents asked me to. However, contrary to what I had expected, this city turned out to be way more than a mere pilgrimage site. The Dwarkadhish temple’s intricate architecture, a very interesting history, and even its religious significance make it a must visit attraction, just beware of the money-making pandits. Dwarka is a lovely place for peace seekers. Dwarka beach is one of the most underrated beaches of India, maybe that’s what makes it so good. Apart from that, watching the sun slowly dive into the sea from the sunset point, while eating chana jor garam amid sea breeze is an experience not to miss!
Holidify's OpinionWell-connected city by all means of transport.
The temples becomes over-crowded during the season.
For pilgrims and religious temple. Also, perfect for Hindu Devotees on their sacred Char Dham Yatra
The nearest airport is Jamnagar, about 137 km away from Dwarka City. Dwarka has its own railway station, trains connecting Dwarka to all major cities (Jamnagar, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat, Mumbai, ... (Read More)
Answer: You can definitely go for scuba diving in Dwarka. The charges are- 5000rs per person plus 1000rs rental for the diving equipment.
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