Discover Dwarka

Shivrajpur Beach

Dwarka makes an excellent base for a holiday of sightseeing, pilgrimage, beach activities and even watching birds and marine life. From Dwarka, head for the beaches of Shivrajpur just 15 minutes north of the Rukmani temple. This long, pristine beach stretches near the shivrajpur village, between a lighthouse and a rocky shoreline. It is ideal for a long walk. Other must visit coastal sites near Dwarka are Okha Madhi for its fine sands and Poshitara for its coral reefs and marine life. The Charakhla salt pans near Mithapur attract thousands of flamingoes, hundreds of pelicans, flocks of painted storks and a variety of other birds. From Okha, you can take the ferry to the island of Bet Dwarka which has temples, fine beaches and a profusion of marine life.

Gomati Ghat

Gomati kund is one of the important holy spots by the Gomti river bank because; this was the place where Durvasa was served by the lord himself. Gomati kund is not only the place of religious importance, but people also come here to take a look at the merger of this river with the Arabian Sea. The belief is that if you visit this place once, your sins will get washed away. And it is believed that if you go to Dwarka, you should certainly visit this place and take a bath in the river.

Beyt Dwarka

Beyt Dwarka is known as important land mark in Dwarka, because there is a belief that Lord Krishna with his family resided here and ruled from here. Mythology says that Lord Vishnu killed the demon Shankhasura here and the other nickname of this place is Shankhoddar. This place not only has important temples and shrines, but also has some wonderful beaches in the sub continent. Its dazzling shores and gleaming waters gives someone a good time to spend in solitude. With an ideal environment and charm of this island, one can visit this place of nature’s gift with an unforgettable experience of their lifetime.

Rukmini Hrid

This is one of the major Dwarka tourist attractions. There are 7 ponds, which are jointly called the “Rukmini Hrid”. This place is believed to destroy all the sins and grant salvation. It is also said that by taking a dip at Rukmini Hrid, a man becomes powerful and is untied from the birth and death cycle.

Gita Mandir

Gita Mandir was built by business tycoons that are the Birlas, in 1970. This spectacular and beautiful shrine lies in the western ghats of Dwarka. This Temple protects the teachings and values of Bhagavad Gita. The book which is known for a rich scripture. The structure of the temple is not only artistically elegant, but also has saintly feeling within the holy premises. The high carved walls and the temple's ceilings depict the teaching and hymns of Bhagawad Gita. Another specialty of this temple is the echo of one's voice.

Rukshamanee mandir

Rukshamanee mandir is another Shrine built in the 12th centaury with small structure, which is dedicated to Devi Rukmini, the beloved consort of Lord Krishna. The temple is a masterwork by itself with admirable carvings and artistic skills. Rich paintings of Rukmini, with her husband are painted on the walls of the Temple.

Shri Nageshwar Jyotirling.

Nageshvara is one of the legendary temples mentioned in the Shiva Purana and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. It is located in Dwarka, Gujarat, India.

Sudarshan Setu

The Sudarshan Setu, formerly known as Okha–Beyt Dwarka Signature Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge in India, connecting the Beyt Dwarka island in the Gulf of Kutch and Okha. The total length of the bridge is 2,320 metres (7,612 ft). It was inaugurated on 25 February 2024.

Sudarshan Setu

The Sudarshan Setu, formerly known as Okha–Beyt Dwarka Signature Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge in India, connecting the Beyt Dwarka island in the Gulf of Kutch and Okha. The total length of the bridge is 2,320 metres (7,612 ft). It was inaugurated on 25 February 2024.

It now a days very easy for any traveler to travel. Dwarka has developed good road network with good network of National and State Highways. The State Transport Corporation connects it to all the major cities and towns of Gujarat and other states of the country. Rail routes of Dwarka are on the Western Railway network and are well-linked with the rest of the country. Express train provides suitable daily connections to Dwarka from Ahmedabad. Though there are no air port facility in Dwarka but the nearest Airport is at Jamnagar is about 45 kms Indian Airlines & other private airlines fly to and from the city, connecting it to most important cities of India.

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