Dwarka Temple (Dwarkadhish Temple)
The Dwarka Temple, also known as the Dwarkadhish Temple, is one of the most important Hindu temples in India. It is located in Dwarka, Gujarat, and is dedicated to Lord Krishna. The temple is one of the four sacred Char Dham pilgrimage sites.
Believed to be more than 2,000 years old, the temple stands on the banks of the Gomti River and is closely associated with Lord Krishna’s ancient kingdom of Dwarka.
📍 Dwarka Temple Location
- Temple Name: Dwarkadhish Temple
- City: Dwarka
- District: Devbhumi Dwarka
- State: Gujarat, India
The temple is situated near the Gomti River, close to its meeting point with the Arabian Sea.
🕒 Dwarkadhish Temple Timings
Daily Temple Opening Hours:
- Morning: 6:30 AM – 1:00 PM
- Afternoon Break: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Evening: 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Note: Temple timings may change slightly during festivals and special occasions.
🙏 Dwarka Temple Aarti Timings
Devotees can attend the following daily aartis at Dwarkadhish Temple:
- Mangla Aarti: 6:30 AM
- Shringar Aarti: 10:30 AM
- Sandhya Aarti: 7:30 PM
- Shayan Aarti: 8:30 PM
Aarti timings may vary on festivals and important religious days.
🚗 How to Reach Dwarka Temple
✈️ By Air
- Nearest Airports:
- Porbandar Airport (100–110 km)
- Jamnagar Airport (145 km)
Taxis and buses are available from both airports to Dwarka.
🚆 By Train
- Dwarka Railway Station is about 2–3 km from the temple.
- The station is well connected to major Indian cities.
🚌 By Road
- Dwarka has good road connectivity.
- GSRTC buses and private taxis operate regularly from Ahmedabad, Rajkot, and nearby cities.
🚕 Local Transport
- Auto-rickshaws and taxis are easily available for local travel.
📌 Tourist Places Near Dwarka Temple
🛕 Religious and Cultural Attractions
- Bet Dwarka – Island temple reachable by ferry
- Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple – One of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva
- Rukmini Devi Temple – Dedicated to Lord Krishna’s wife
- Gomti Ghat & Sudama Setu – Sacred river ghat and scenic bridge
- ISKCON Dwarka & Gita Mandir – Popular spiritual centers
🌅 Beaches Near Dwarka
- Dwarka Beach – Located near the city
- Shivrajpur Beach – Blue Flag certified beach, about 10–12 km away
✨ Tips for Visiting Dwarka Temple
- Visit early morning to experience the Mangla Aarti
- Best time to visit: October to March (pleasant weather)
- Wear modest clothing
- Footwear and electronic devices are not allowed inside the temple
