Dwarkadhish Temple
The Jagat Mandir of Lord Krishna
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About Dwarkadhish Temple
Rising in five storeys above the Gomti river where it meets the Arabian Sea, the Jagat Mandir honours Lord Krishna as Dwarkadhish, the king of Dwarka. One of the four Char Dham, its soaring spire flies a great flag changed several times each day, visible far across the western coast.
Aarti Timings
- Mangala Aarti06:30
- Shringar Darshan10:30
- Sandhya Aarti19:30
Timings are indicative and may change on festival days.
Festivals & Sacred Days
Janmashtami
August–SeptemberLord Krishna's birth is celebrated with midnight worship, bhajans and grand decorations at his royal capital.
Holi
MarchThe festival of colours is joyously observed with Krishna devotion at Dwarka.
Diwali & Annakut
October–NovemberThe temple is festively lit and a mountain of food offerings is presented to the Lord.
Poojas & Sevas
Mangala Aarti
06:30The first awakening worship of Dwarkadhish, a serene start to the temple day.
Abhishek (Snan)
Ceremonial bathing of the deity, after which the Lord is adorned for darshan.
Dhwaja Seva
Sponsoring the temple flag (dhwaja) hoisted atop the spire — a cherished offering changed several times daily.
Travel Guide
Address
Dwarkadhish Temple (Jagat Mandir), Dwarka, Devbhumi Dwarka District, Gujarat 361335
Nearest Airport
Jamnagar Airport (137 km)
Nearest Railway
Dwarka Railway Station (2 km)
Best Season
October to March, when the coastal climate is pleasant.
Dress Code
Modest dress. Remove footwear; phones and cameras are restricted inside.
How to reach
Dwarka is on the western railway line with direct trains from Ahmedabad, Rajkot and Jamnagar. Autos serve the temple from the station.
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