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  2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › DwarkaDwarka - Wikipedia

    Considered a holy city, Dwarka is well known for its temples and as a pilgrimage centre for Hindus. The Dwarakadhisa Temple, also called Jagat Mandir, located in the heart of Dwarka, is a Vaishnava temple. [2] It was built by Raja Jagat Singh Rathore, hence it is called Jagat Mandir. [41]

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    According to the Harivamsa the city was located in the region of the Sindhu Kingdom. [ 10 ] In the Hindu epics and the Puranas , Dvaraka is called Dvaravati and is one of seven Tirtha (pilgrimage) sites for spiritual liberation.

  4. www.bbc.com › travel › articleDwarka: India's submerged ancient city - BBC

    Jan 14, 2022 · The ancient India city of Dwarka, is said to have sunk beneath the Arabian Sea. Now, underwater archaeologists are looking for the foundations of its city walls to prove its existence.

  5. www.travelandleisureasia.com › in › destinationsUnderwater Dwarka: Exploring The Sunken City In Modern India

    Feb 26, 2024 · While modern-day Dwarka is dotted with numerous temples and monuments telling the tales of Lord Krishna’s birth and life, other than the stunning Dwarkadhish Temple, the ancient city of Dwarka can be explored by scuba diving in Beyt Dwarka.

  6. www.britannica.com › place › DwarkaDwarka | Holy City, Hindu Pilgrimage, Coastal Town | Britannica

    Sep 7, 2024 · Dwarka, town, southwestern Gujarat state, west-central India. It lies on the western shore of the Okhamandal Peninsula, a small western extension of the Kathiawar Peninsula. Dwarka was the legendary capital of the god Krishna, who founded it after his flight from Mathura.

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  7. www.ancient-origins.net › ancient-places-asiaDwarka: The Home of Krishna is a Gateway to Heaven and an ...

    Oct 18, 2015 · The modern city of Dwarka (meaning ‘Gateway to Heaven’ in Sanskrit) is located in the north-western Indian state of Gujarat. This city is regarded as one of the most prominent Chardham (the four sacred pilgrimage sites of Hinduism), and one of the seven most ancient religious sites in the country (the other six being Ayodhya, Mathura ...

  8. oneworldtopics.com › dwarka-where-is-dwarka-how-toDwarka: The Ancient Underwater City – Location, Accessibility ...

    Jan 28, 2024 · The sunken city of Dwarka, located on the westernmost tip of India near the Arabian Sea, is a site steeped in history and mythology. Believed to have been the dwelling place of Lord Krishna, Dwarka’s submergence has given rise to countless legends and stories.