city
Dwarka
द्वारका
Dwarka, Gujarat
One of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites and Lord Krishna's legendary kingdom.
Dwarka is one of the holiest cities in Hinduism and one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites. It is believed to be the ancient kingdom of Lord Krishna.
Visit Info
Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Best time: October to March
How to Reach
Jamnagar Airport (137 km)
Dwarka Railway Station
Well connected by state highways
Deities
Lord KrishnaDwarkadhish
Festivals
Krishna JanmashtamiDiwaliSharad Purnima
Special Rituals
Mangala AartiShayan AartiAbhishek
Legends & Stories
- Krishna established his kingdom here after leaving Mathura
- The city was submerged in the ocean after Krishna's departure