About The Place:
The main draw for tourists coming to Dwarka, the Dwarkadhish Temple (Jagat Mandir), is believed to have been established more than 2500 years ago by Lord Krishna's great grandson, Vajranabh. The ancient temple has been renovated several times, especially leaving imprints of 16th and 19th centuries.
The Dwarkadhish Temple, also known as the Jagat Mandir, is a historic temple in Dwarka, Gujarat, India, dedicated to Lord Krishna:
History
The temple's history dates back to the Mahabharata, when the town of Dwarka was part of the Kingdom of Dwaraka. The temple is believed to have been built by Vajranabh, the great-grandson of Lord Krishna, over land reclaimed from the sea by the Lord. The original temple may have been built as early as 200 BCE, but the current structure dates to the 16th century.
Architecture
The temple is a five-storied structure built from limestone and sand. It has a 43-meter-high spire topped with a 52-yard flag. The temple's walls are heavily sculptured and feature mythical characters and legends.
Features
The temple has two entrances, the Swarg Dwar (gate to the heavens) and the Moksha Dwar (gate to liberation). The temple also has a bridge called the Sudama Setu that crosses the Gomti Creek to the beach.
Significance
The temple is part of the Char Dham pilgrimage, a circuit of sacred Hindu sites in India. The temple is also one of the four Pithas established by Adi Shankara, an 8th century Hindu theologian and philosopher.
Festivals
The temple celebrates many festivals, including Janmashtami, Radhastami, Holi, and Diwali. The main festival is the Hindola festival, which is celebrated in the month of Shravana.
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