A spiritual guide to Dwarka

Highly revered in Hindu Mythology, Dwarka City, is located on the western coast, on the edge of the Saurashtra Peninsula. With its innumerable sacred shrines, Dwarka is one of the foremost Chardhams and one of the Saptapuris (seven most sacred Hindu cities). Legend has it that the Dwarka kingdom was founded by Lord Krishna 5000 years ago as Swarna Dwarka or Golden Dwarka, the name emanating from its nine lakh palatial structures that were constructed with silver and furnished with gold. The city boasted of numerous gardens and was protected by enemies by sturdy walls that converted the city into a fortress. After Lord Krishna left his human form, the city was said to have been submerged in the sea. The authenticity of this story has since then been proved by multiple excavations carried out in the early 1890’s and has added further mystique to the present city of Dwarka.
The city of Dwarka is famous not just for its temples such as Dwarkadhish Temple, Rukmini Temple and Nageshwar Jyotirling, but also for its exotic marine life, water sports and camping sites. This makes Dwarka a hub for both spiritual enthusiasts as well as those seeking a little excitement. What follows is a list of the top destinations to visit in Dwarka.