Dwarkadhish Temple is the major attraction of Dwarka, which remains crowded throughout the year. Apart from being associated with Lord Krishna, the intricate architecture of this temple also mesmerizes the visitors. Visit the temple in the early morning for witnessing all the rituals and avoiding the crowd.
Lord Krishna is worshipped here, and you can feel the positivity and spirituality in the air here. If you are tired of the daily hustle of your life and want to visit something peaceful, then Dwarka can be the best escape for you.
Gujarat is a dry state, and the consumption of alcohol is completely restricted here. So, if you like drinking on vacation, then you might be a little disappointed here. The nightlife of Dwarka is also not so happening since no pubs and bars are located here.
Known as the city of Lord Krishna, Dwarka is considered one of the most important sacred sites in India. Dwarka is home to one of the four char dhams of India, hence it holds great religious significance. This city is also chosen by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) under 12 cities of cultural significance to be developed under its development scheme. As per the mythologies, after killing Kansa, Lord Krishna left Mathura and traveled with the entire Yadava community to this place and founded his own town. Originally, it was named Swarnadwarika. Dwarka is a tranquil town where you will find numerous temples and shrines, mostly dedicated to Lord Krishna. Some places worth visiting here are Dwarkadhish Temple, Matsyavatar Temple, Naagnath Temple, Nageshwar Mahadev Temple, Nageshvara Jyotirlinga, Gomti Ghat, and Beyt Dwarka. Just like any other Gujarati city, Dwarka is also known for its textile. You can shop Bandhani sarees, Patola silk sarees, embroidered handicrafts, footwears, brassware, Lord Krishna idols, Ghagra cholis, etc. here. Visit Ananya Mata Chowk, Shri Ram Bazar, and Bathan Chowk for some shopping. You will also find plenty of food options here, and the street food of Dwarika is mouth-watering. Certain places that you must visit here for delicious food are K C Restaurant, Heer Singh’s Pakora Stall, Miya Ji Ki Chicken Biryani, and Uncle Chicken Shawarma. Apart from this, you will find authentic Gujarati food in every restaurant and stall here.