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DWARKADHISH JAGAT MANDIR


The Dwarkadhish temple, also known as theJagat Mandir and occasionally spelledDwarakadheesh (Gujarati: દ્વારકાધીશ મન્દિર;Sanskrit and Hindi: द्वारकाधीश मन्दिर), is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Krishna, who is worshipped here by the name Dwarkadhish, or 'King of Dwarka'. The main shrine of the 5-storied building, supported by 72 pillars, is known as Jagat Mandir or Nija Mandir, archaeological findings suggest it to be 2,200 - 2,000 years old. Temple was enlarged in the 15th- 16th century. The Dwarkadhish Temple is a Pushtimarg temple, hence it follows the guidelines and rituals created by Shree Vallabhacharya and Shree Vitheleshnathji.
According to tradition, the original temple was believed to have been built by Krishna's grandson, Vajranabha, over the hari-griha (Lord Krishna's residential place). The temple became part of the Char Dham pilgrimage considered sacred by Hindus in India, afterAdi Shankaracharya, the 8th century Hindu theologian and philosopher, visited the shrine. The other three being comprising Shringeri,Badrkashram and Puri. Even today a memorial within the temple is dedicated to his visit. Dwarakadheesh is the 108th Divya Desam ofLord Vishnu on the subcontinent, glorified in the Divya Prabandha sacred texts.

HISTORY OF DWARKADHISH MANDIR


The town of Dwarka in Gujarat has a history that dates back centuries, and mentioned in the Mahabharat epic as the Dwaraka Kingdom. Situated on the banks of river Gomti, the town is described in legend as the capital of Lord Krishna. Evidence such as a stone block with script, the way the stones were dressed showing that dowels had been used, and an examination of anchors found on the site suggest that the harbour site dates only to historical times, with some of the underwater structure being late Medieval. Coastal erosion was probably the cause of the destruction of what was an ancient port.
Hindus believe that the original temple was constructed by Vajranabh, the great grand son of Krishna, over the residential palace of Krishna.
The current temple in Chalukya style is constructed in 15-16th century. The temple covers area of 27 metre by 21 metre with east-west length of 29 metre and north-south width of 23 metres. The tallest peak of the temple is 51.8 m high.

TIMETABLE OF DWARKADHISH MANDIR

MORNING TIMETABLE

Morning 6.30Mangla Arti
7.00 to 8.00Mangla Darshan
8.00 to 9.00Abhishek Pooja [Snan Vidhi]: Darshan Closed
9.00 to 9.30Shringar Darshan
9.30 to 9.45Snanbhog : Darshan Closed
9.45 to 10.15Shringar Darshan
10.15 to 10.30Shringarbhog: Darshan Closed
10.30 to 10.45Shringar Arti
11.05 to 11.20Gwal Bhog: Darshan Closed
11.20 to 12.00Darshan
12.00 to 12.20Rajbhog: Darshan Closed
12.20 to 12.30Darshan
13.00Anosar, Darshan Closed

EVENING TIMETABLE

5.00 UthappanFirst Darshan
5.30 to 5.45Uthappan Bhog: Darshan Closed
5.45 to 7.15Darshan
7.15 to 7.30Sandhya Bhog: Darshan Closed
7.30 to 7.45Sandhya Arti
8.00 to 8.10Shayanbhog: Darshan Closed
8.10 to 8.30Darshan
8.30 to 8.35Shayan Arti
8.35 to 9.00Darshan
9.00 to 9.20Bantabhog and Shayan : Darshan Closed
9.20 to 9.30Darshan
9.30Darshan Mandir Closed

BHADKESHWAR MANDIR




The temple is on the hillock in the sea. The revered temple is behind the Geeta Mandir, in the west of Dwarka. During the high tide the temple gets surrounded by water, but at the time of ebb when the water level come backs to normal one can reach there very easily. There are steps to get into the temple. 
Chandra-Mouliswar Shiva is the presiding deity at the core of the temple. The deity form was found at the confluence of Gomati, Ganga and Arabian Sea by the Acharya Jagatguru Sankaracharya himself. In addition, there are 1200 Salgramshilas, 1300 Shiva Lingas, metal forms of 75 Sankaracharyas. It is a memorable experience to get the darshan form the sea and or just watching the sea from the island. A fair takes palace here on the day of mahashivratri when thousands throng to pay respect to Lord Shiva.

GITA MANDIR




Located at the western ghats of Dwarka, the Gita Mandir is a popular religious destination to be visited by the tourists. It was built by Birlas in 1970 and showcases the values of Bhagwad Gita in the inscriptions. The beautifully carved walls and ceilings of the temple are embedded with the inscriptions of the hymns from the Gita. Built entirely of white marble, the temple looks amazingly spectacular and elegant. Another prominent feature about the temple is that it is designed in such as way that any voice heard in the hall will be echoed that gives a distinct feeling to the listeners.

SUNSET POINT





Sunrise point to Sunset point   



Sunset Point located in Dwarka provides you a scenic view of the setting sun. Sunrise and Sunset are a wonderful Movement of the Sun so that’s it’s creating a beautiful Atmosphere. Dwarka is a one type of Picnic Place. Dwarka and its sunset Movement is also Tourist attraction point. Sunrise to Sunset movement is creating amazing picture in Dwarka.




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Sunset Time in Dwarka Location



Location -------------------- Dwarka, Gujurat



Dwarka Sunrise time ----7:34 am



Dwarka Sunset time -----6:23 pm



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SURYAMUKHI GANAPATI MANDIR( LIGHT HOUSE )




Situated on the shore of the Arabian sea, one can visit the light house between 4pm and 6pm with the permission of the attendant. Even today it is a landmark for sailors, offers a beautiful panoramic view and is a restful place to pilgrims.

SUDAMA SETU




 Sudama Setu is a pedestrian suspension bridge in Dwarka, Gujarat, India. It is named for Sudama, a childhood friend of Krishna.

A pedestrian bridge over Gomti river connects Jagat Mandir of mainland Dwarka and Panchnad or Panchkui Tirth on the island in southeast of it. The bridge was proposed in 2005 to boost tourism on the island. The island has religious as well archaeological significance. There are five sweet water well called Panchkui associated with five Pandavabrothers of Mahabharata. Gomti river was crossed by boats till the construction of the bridge.

Night vision

As Jagat Mandir is Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) protected site, the permission was needed for the construction of bridge. The Vadodara circle of ASI gave nod to the bridge in 2008.  The ground breaking ceremony for bridge was held on 5 May 2011 by Gujarat Tourism minister Jaynarayan Vyas and Rajya Sabha MP Parimal Nathwani.  The construction of bridge delayed due as ASI Delhi did not granted permit until 2013. The bridge was completed in February 2016.
Reliance Industries Limited, in collaboration with the Gujarat Tourism Department and Gujarat Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board, built the bridge. The bridge costed ₹ 7.42 crore. It is named for Sudama, a childhood friend ofKrishna.  The bridge is 166 metre long and 4.2 metre wide having capacity of carrying 25000 to 30000 people an hour crossing on foot. The bridge is constructed with 40mm locked coil cable ropes provided by Usha Martin Limited.
The bridge was inaugurated by Gujarat Chief Minister Anandiben Patel on 11 June 2016.

PANCH KUI


Panchkui is a small Island of the Dwarka Coastand is not currently easily accessible to devotees. The island is associated with the Pandavas in the Mahabharata as they are believed to have visited the place. Panchkui has five fresh water wells dedicated to the five Pandava brothers. Panch means five and kui means well. The proposed new hanging bridge which is 127 meter long and 11 ft wide will connected Gomti Ghat in Dwarka to Panchkui.

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