The Dwarkadhish temple, also known as the Jagat Mandir and written Dwarakadheesh on occasion, is a Hindu temple devoted to the god Krishna, who is known as Dwarkadhish, or 'King of Dwarka,' locally. The temple is located in Dwarka, Gujarat, India, which is one of the Char Dham pilgrimage circuit's sites. Jagat Mandir or Nija Mandir is the five-story building's primary temple, which is supported by 72 pillars. It is estimated to be between 2,000 and 2,200 years old based on archaeological evidence. In the 15th and 16th centuries, the temple was expanded.Because the Dwarkadhish Temple is a Pushtimarg temple, it follows Vallabhacharya and Vitheleshnath's principles and traditions.
Dwarka, Gujarat, has a long and successful history and is described in the Mahabharat epic as the Dwaraka Kingdom. The town, which is located on the banks of the Gomti River, is said to be the capital of Krishna in legend. Evidence such as a stone block with letters, the way the stones were dressed indicating the use of dowels, and an investigation of anchors found on the site imply that the harbour site is only historical in nature, with some of the underwater structure dating from the late Middle Ages. The destruction of what was once a historic seaport was most likely caused by coastal erosion. Hindus say that the initial temple was built above Krishna's residence palace by Vajranabh, Krishna's great grand son. Sultan Mahmud Begada destroyed it in 1472. The current temple was built in the 15-16th century in the Chaulukya style. The temple is 27 metres by 21 metres in size, with a 29-meter east-west length and a 23-meter north-south width. The temple's tallest height stands at 51.8 metres. The first temple was said to have been built above the hari-griha (Krishna's residence) by Krishna's grandson, Vajranabha, according to legend. Mahmud Begada destroyed the old construction in 1472, and it was reconstructed in the 15th-16th centuries. The temple was included in the Hindu Char Dham pilgrimage, which is considered sacred in India. The shrine was visited by Adi Shankaracharya, a Hindu theologian and philosopher who lived in the eighth century. Rameswaram, Badrinath, and Puri make up the other three. His visit is remembered with a memorial within the temple until this day. Dwarakadheesh is the 98th Divya Desam of Vishnu on the subcontinent, as described in the sacred books of the Divya Prabandha. Raja Jagat Singh Rathore reconstructed it. The temple is at a height of 12.19 metres (40.0 feet) above sea level. It has a westward orientation. A garbhagriha (Nijamandira or Harigraha) and an antarala make up the temple's layout (an antechamber). This temple site is thought to be 2,500 years old, where Krishna established his city and a temple. The current temple, on the other hand, originates from the 16th century.
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The Bhavya temple, which sits at an elevation of around 80 metres or 250 feet, is the equivalent of a 25-story modern structure. A 25-foot flagstaff stands atop it.
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Daily Routine |
Morning 6.30 Mangla Arti
– Do not forget to take the Makhan Mishri Prasad Evening 5.00 Uthappan First
Darshan
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Aarti |
6.30 Mangla Arti 10.30 to 10.45 Shringar Arti 7.30 to 7.45 Sandhya Arti 8.30 to 8.35 Shayan Arti |
Madurai Vivek Express,
Dwarka Express,
Gorakhpur Okha Express,
Okha - Viramgam,
Okha - Ernakulam,
Okha - To mention a few, there's Rameshwaram.
Some assemble once a week, while others meet on a regular basis.
ROADWAYS
Dwarka is connected to all of India's major
cities through roadways. From any international airport, state-of-the-art cabs
with the newest amenities are available to transport you to Dwarka city.
You can visit Jamnagar's Narara National Park
regardless of your means of transportation. Visitors will also like seeing
Lakhota Palace, Lakhota Talav, Lakhota Museum, and Lakhota Fort, in addition to
the beaches, where they may cool off. Beaches in and near Dwarka along the
Gomti River are one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world for
people of all ages.
The Confluence Of Gomti River & Arabian SeaThe Gomti
Ghat is the ideal site to visit if you're seeking a relaxing and serene
location to visit after your hectic Dwarka sightseeing tour. It is said that
you must take a bath in the holy waters before visiting the temple, which is
located directly behind the Dwarkadheesh temple. Witnessing the sunset at the
confluence of the Gomti River and the Arabian Sea is a beautiful experience.
For Peace And TranquilityFor its gorgeous setting and quiet atmosphere, this small and beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is one of Dwarka's must-see attractions. The temple, which overlooks the Arabian Sea, is surrounded by beautiful waves, a golden beach, and a gentle breeze all day. The nighttime aarti at the temple, which is accompanied by the sound of breaking waves, is both humbling and relaxing. The picturesque temple is conveniently located near the Dwarka beach, and you can simply walk there from the shore, except during high tide when the route is submerged in water.
The Shikhara,
which towers over the Garbha Griha, is designed in the Nagara style to resemble
a mountain peak. There are seven stories visible, which the Panda who is
accompanying me credits to Dwarka being one of India's seven ancient towns or
Sapta-Puris. Ayodhya, Mathura, Maya, Kashi, Avantika, Kanchipuram, and Dwarka
are the seven cities. Each storey depicts a Puri, with the Dwarka being at the
bottom. When people look at all of the stories in one frame, it's as if they
are looking at a map of India.
If visitors
enter the temple by the Moksha Dwar or Northern Gate, the initial temple, the
visitors will see is a modest Shiva temple with a Lingam a floor below the
temple ground. Kushasthali was the name given to Dwarka, and I believe Kusheshwar
Mahadev was the reigning deity. Even now, he is revered and worshipped.
Kashi
Vishvanath Shivalinga, Gayatri Devi Temple, and the Kolva Bhagat Temple are all
located on the other side of the entrance.
Temples
devoted to the following deities can be located in the area of the main temple:
Aniruddha
and Pradyumna Temple
Rishi
Durvasa Temple –
Kul Guru of Krishna
Amba Ji
Temple – Kul
Devi of Krishna
Devaki
Temple –
Krishna’s mother. Her temple is bang opposite the Garbh Griha as if she is
overlooking her son all the time.
Radha
Krishna Temple
Beni
Madhav, Purushottam Rai & Balram Temples.
Pattarani
Mahal – this
is a separate structure with a courtyard in the middle. There are small temples
on all the walls dedicated to Jambavati, Radhika, Saraswati, Laxmi,
Satyabhama, Mahalaxmi Narayan & Bal Gopal.
Shakti
temple or Chalati Mata temple on the 4th floor is inaccessible
to the public.
Shankaracharya
Samadhi in the
form of Paduka.