KRISHNA ~ THE LEGEND WHO WAS PHYSICAL INCARNATION OF THE

QUALITIES OF THE SUPREME SOUL LEFT THE WORLD WITH EVERYONE

LONGING FOR HIM .... !!

Dwarka ........... is a city one iof the oldest in the world ... and a municipality of
Jamnagar district in the Gujarat state in India. Dwarka (Dvaraka in Sanskrit - used in

this article when referring to the city in a historical context), also known as Dwarawati

in Sanskrit literature is rated as one of the seven most ancient cities in the country.

Dwarka is located at the geographical coordinates of 22°14′N 68°58′E / 22.23°N

68.97°E / 22.23; 68.97. It is a relatively flat region at sea-level, having an average

elevation of 0 metres (0 feet).

The legendary city of Dvaraka was the dwelling place of Lord Krishna. It is believed

that due to damage and destruction by the sea, Dvaraka has submerged six times

and modern day Dwarka is therefore the seventh such city to be built in the area.

The temple has five storey tower which was built by Sambha, who is the grandson of

Lord Shri Krishna. The city was built by Vishwakarma in one day , by who is a

celestial architect. The temple was made of limestone and sand. There is a flag

hoisted in the temple tower everyday which waves in air beautifully welcoming the

pilgrims. The structure of the temple is quite complicated . Even in Tsunami or

Earthquake the temple was not destroyed. There are two gateways namely Swarga

Dwar where pilgrims enter and Moksha Dwar where pilgrims exit. From the temple

one can view the Sangamam of River Gomati flowing towards the sea.

There are shrines for Vasudeva, Devaki, Balarama and Temple of Patranis ~ The

Queens of Shri Krishna the principals namely Revathy, Subhadra, Rukmini Devi,

Jambavathi Devi and Sathybhama Devi. There is a special temple for Rukmini Devi

on the way to Bet Dwaraka. Bet Dwaraka can be reached through boat. It is also the

temple which is like Palace where Lord Shri Krishna had ruled. It is the same idol of

Lord Dwarakanath kept in Bet Dwaraka. The temple looks like a Palace and has many

Shrines for Lakshmi Narayana, Trivikrama, Jambavathi Devi, Sathybhama Devi and
Rukmini Devi.

The city derives its name from word "Dwar" meaning door in Sanskrit. Dwarka is one

of the holiest cities in Hinduism and one of the 4 main "dhams" along with Badrinath,

Puri, Rameshwaram. The Jagatmandir temple which houses the Dwarkadhish, a form

of Krishna.

Nageshwar Jyotirling, one of the 12 holy shrines of Lord Shiva, is located near

Dwarka. Dwarka is also the site of Dwaraka Pītha (also known as Kālikā Pītha), one of

the four cardinal mathas established by Sri Adi Shankaracharya, the others being

those at Sringeri, Puri and Jyotirmath. Adi Sankara had visited Dwarakdish Shrine and

had established the Dwarka peeth. The Lord here is dressed in Kalyana Kolam

where he appears to be a Royal Wedding costume. The place is so sacred as Lord

Shri Krishna himself had resided and his successors had built the temple. It is one of

the 108 Divya desam.

Dwarka is mentioned in the Mahabharata, the Harivansha, the Bhagavata Purana, the

Skanda Purana, and the Vishnu Purana. It is said that this Dwarka was located near

the site of the current city of Dwarka, but was eventually deserted and submerged

into the sea.

Sri Krishna renounced war in Mathura for the greater good (and hence the name

Ranchodrai) and founded (and settled in) Dvaraka. Sri Krishna killed Kansa (his

maternal uncle) and made Ugrasen (his maternal grandfather) the king of Mathura.

Enraged, the father-in-law of Kansa, Jarasandha (king of Magadha) with his friend

Kalayavan attacked Mathura 17 times. For the safety of the people, Krishna and

Yadavas decided to move the capital from Mathura to Dvaraka.

Submersion into the Sea

After Krishna left the earth for Vaikunta,about 36 years after the Mahabharat War (3138

BC), and the major Yadava leaders were killed in disputes among themselves,

Arjuna went to Dwarka to bring Krishna's grandsons and the Yadava wives to

Hastinapur, to safety. After Arjuna left Dwarka, it was submerged into the sea.
 Following is the account given by Arjuna, found in the

Mahabharata: ...imposed on it by nature. The sea rushed into the city. It coursed

through the streets of the beautiful city. The sea covered up everything in the city. I

saw the beautiful buildings becoming submerged one by one. In a matter of a few

moments it was all over. The sea had now become as placid as a lake. There was no

trace of the city. Dwaraka was just a name; just a memory.

The Vishnu Purana also mentions the submersion of Dwarka, stating : On the same

day that Krishna departed from the earth the powerful dark-bodied Kali Age

descended. The oceans rose and submerged the whole of Dwarka.

In this photo: Pramod Kaimal (photos), Rajathi Spmaniam (photos), Ramani Kothandaraman, Rupali
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Koluntavelu (photos), Ursula Nujici, Narayan Gaire (photos), Murali Nair (photos), Sandhya
Bhardwaj,Naina Oberoi (photos), Velayudhan Nair, Pawan Mishra (photos), Saru
Sharma (photos), Meher Apuroop (photos), Rakesh Krishnan Simha, Rakesh
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Barot, Prasad Attu (photos), Meledath Naveen(photos), R.k. Sutar (photos), Ramya
Kane (photos), Rachana Balsanskar (photos), Mohi Sd, Riya Sharma (photos), Puvaneswari
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Pillay Ravim
It is in existence since Vedic and Pouranic days with great mythological significance. It is held in
high esteem as one of the seven most sacred places called as Sapta Puri in the Indian Sub-
continent. The seven sacred places are Ayodhya, Mathura, Kasi, Kanchi, Avantika (Ujjain), Puri
(Jagannathapuri), and Dwarka.

These seven places are said to be the most holy and religious places attached with great spiritual
importance that leads one towards salvation. It is also called as one of the Char Dhams, the four
abodes of God in four directions viz. Badari in the North, Rameswaram in the South, Puri Jagannath
in the East and Dwarka in the West.

These are said to be the most revered sites for Hindus to be visited at least once in their life time.

HAPPY JANMASHTHAMI
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Marc Leleux is that right that the sea has covered an ancient part of the city of Sree Krishna at
Dwarka ???
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Rupali Mishar Thank you.
Very religious place in India.
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Pillay Ravim
To see the ancient Dwarika in the sea ... as this fellows

TSDC Dive Centre at Dwarka (Gujarat-India) The Scuba & Sports Club is registered with
Registration No. S/764/Jamnagar dated 07 November 2007. Scuba & Sports Club is operative since
February 2007 and affiliated with Thane Scuba Diving Club.

The best season to visit Dwarka for Scuba Diving is between November and April. The underwater
visibility is about 20-30 feet (5-10 meters).

The most interesting things would be to observe the remains of old Dwarka aging back to 3000-
5000 BC. You will be excited to see live corals, fishes, snakes etc.

Lodging & boarding available very near to sea shore. The interesting part is also a great tent.
Training available from Basic Scuba to ACUC Advanced Instructor.

Contact: Vijay (+91 9821176698), Sadhana (+91 9323245151), Shantibhai (+91 9426927119)

Contact:
Regd. Office: C/o. Block # 9, Pradeep Society, Opp. Open House
Restaurant, Panchpakhadi, Thane - 400 602 (Maharashtra - India)

Theory Classes: A-25, Surya Prakash, Opp. 3-Petrol Pumps,

Tekdi Bungalow, Panchpakhadi, Thane - 400 602

Cell: +91 9821176698 Vijay for Thane & Dwarka

Cell: +91 9323245151 Sadhana for Thane & Dwarka
Cell: +91 9426927119 Shantibhai for Dwarka
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 Pillay Ravim Marc see the other pictures ... it was submerged in the sea and there is archeological
evidence
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Narayan Gaire Thanks for shairng !! very nice
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Marc Leleux Thx Ravi Ji for these gold informations. I will go to visit Mandore and Dwarka during
my journey to Gujarat.
I don't want to abuse but want to ask u if u have some other interessing places to see in Gujarat?
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Rupali Mishar
Following is the account given by Arjuna, found in the

Mahabharata: ...imposed on it by nature. The sea rushed into the city. It coursed

through the streets of the beautiful city. The sea covered up everything in the city. I
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Pramod Kaimal Marc Leleuxji Somnath Temple in Gujarat too is a wonder as so Lothal;. & yes
Nature takes over once an avatar leaves, so sea did cover over after Krishna leaving his avatar
form.
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 Pramod Kaimal Marc Leleuxji when you go to visit Somnath from Veraval; you would pass via
Patan and Bhalkathirth. In Veraval is the Rlw stn;after Somnath then Deholsagar 2 to 3km . At
Patan is a Shiva temple (also a Shivlinga in the sea) from where the Hunter shot the arrow at
Krishna at Bhalka (so first Patan then Bhalka (a KM or two) then Somnath. then go over to
Dheholsagar is where SHRI Krishna LEFT his mortal body and Balram as Anantha left for Patal
down.
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Rakesh Sharma दारकाधीश की जय
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Marc Leleux thx a lot Kaimal Ji. I have write all u said.... It is mervelous to find some help on chat
here. I want to thx all Indian there and for your sympathic commentaries. Jai India ....
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Rajathi Spmaniam Thanks 4 sharing...wonderful...
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Raghu Giuffre thank you for this. What a wonderful summary. Thank you.
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Kala Iyer
Thanks Raviji. No one has so influenced the course of India's religion, philosophy, art and literature
as Lord Krishna. Literary texts like the Mahabharata, Harivamsha, Sijupdlavadha and Puranas
contain traditions about foundation of Dwarak...See More
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Marc Leleux Nice @ Kala Ji... Thx for the related information.
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Kala Iyer Thank you, Marc. You're welcome:)
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Kala Iyer
Interesting descriptions about its construction are found in Puranas.
"Fearing attack from Jarasangh and Kaalayvan on Mathura, Shri Krishna and Yadavas left Mathura
and arrived at the coast of Saurashtra. They decided to build their capital...See More
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Marc Leleux @Kala Ji --->it is fantastic. Am charming.Thx a lot for the text and my dream...
Do u know some things about what said Kaimal more up in this page about Somnath and areas?
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Kala Iyer
You're welcome, Marc...:)
Somnath is the foremost of the 12 Jyotirlinga Shrines of Shiva, held in reverence throughout India
and is rich in legend, traditions and history.
Plz check out these links for info on somnath temple...good ones..:)

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Pramod Kaimal I have posted these details on Rakesh Krishnan Simha's wall as he too would love
to visit Somnath: Lot of changes have come about in Gujarath which I have heard has become a
Singapore of India. To my best of knowledge Rakeshji You can reach Verarval By a GOOD (not
goods) train from Mumbai Via Ahemedabad. Once at the station you could Hire a TAXI ? Its been
years since I have been there. and take a round trip: PrabhasPatan, Bhalkateerth, Somnath,
Deholsagar and BACK to station in 3 to 4 hours
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Pillay Ravim await somnath album soon :)
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Rupali Mishar Thank you.
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Pillay Ravim
Festival Activites Performed on Krishnastami:

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Rupali Mishar Thank you.
These are very regions and interesting.
Like eight work for God.
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Marc Leleux You all are nice to oriented me. It is so precious all your help.
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Pawan Mishra Jai Shri Krishna!
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HE VIEW FROM ADJACENT BUILDING
400 B.C. Vajranabha constructed an umbrella type monument in the memory of his

forefather in East of Harimandir, which remains from merging into the sea.

100 B.C.According to Brahmi Script at the 1st floor of Harimandir, (less than 1/3 of

today's Ladva mandir)It is believed that the renovation of this portion was done during

this period of time.

200 A.D. Mahakshatriya Rudradama defeated Dwaraka's king Vasudev 2nd. After his
death his wife Queen Dheeradevi called up his religious brother Pulumavi from

python to get help, that time Rudradama compromised with them and married his

daughter to king Pulumavi and accepted Vaishhnav religion. According to this

historical story it is understood that worship of Krishna was popular at Dwarka. And

due to this Vajranabha had constructed a chhattri (an umbrella type monument) and

put Shree Krishna 's idol there.

800 A.D. Shreemad Adyaguru Shankaracharya renovated the Dwarkadhish temple

and established the shrine of Adyashakti at fourth floor.

885 A.D. Shree Nrushinhaashrma (Who defected the Brihaspatguru in the debut of

scriptures at Patan) The head of the Shreemad Jagatguru Shankaracharya pith

renovated the temple.

From 900 to 950 A.D. According to Sankaliya in the 10th century there was a temple

of Krishna.

1120 A.D. Minaldevi came to Dwarka and renovated the temple.

1156 A.D. There was a rumour that bhakta Bodana (Worshipper) had taken the idol. At

that time six males had gone for investigation. Odhavajee and Raghavajee, Son of

Ramajeebhai, were among them who belonged to a mean family. Then there is a

question that when Udaipur's Rana came to Dwarka, which Idol was there. So

Gugalis thought that there is a false miracle spread to stop the Hindus from changing

the religion.

1162 A.D. The king of Udaipur Rana Bhimsinhaji Offered 7000 veegha land to

Guggali Pujari on Sunday, Kartak Vad 13 Samvat 1218 at Bank of river Gomati.

(According to the documents of Brahmin Family). It is assumed that they would have

renovated the temple.

1241 A.D. When Mohammad shah attacked on Dwarka and broke the temple, Five

Brahmin males fought with them and lost their lives and become martyr. Their names

were Virajee Thakar, Nathu Thakar, Karasan Thakar, Valjee Thakar, and Devasee

Thakar. Their shrines are near to the temple. Muslims have changed the place in

'Panch Peer'
1250 A.D. Gurjer kavi Someshwara arranged a show of his play 'Ullagharau' in front

of shree Dwarkadhish and offered him.

1345 A.D. There was a fight among Abotiya and meen family about Dhajajee (flag) of

mandir at vasudevajee's deli and Chatrabhuja Narbheram lost his life. There were

frequently occurs among them about the income of temple.

1504 A.D. In 1560 vikram era Shree Vallabhacharayajee established the idol of

Dwarkadhish at Ladva village, which was worshipped by Rukamini. At that time the

idol supposed to be hidden in the step well called Savitri vav to protect them form

the Muslim aggression. So when he saw the temple without idol he kept it there. It

was there up to 1551. During the same period Turk Aziz attacked Dwarka the idol

was taken to bet (the island)

1557 A.D.In vikram Era 1613 Shree Vithalnathjee settled the disputes between Aboti

& Gugali Brahmins by writing the copper script about their proportion in income from

the temple.

1559 A.D. In vikram era 1616 Shankaracharya Shree Anirudhashrma had made the

idol at Dungarpur and established them at another place in the same campus and

renovated the temple. Meanwhile poet Isar Barot presented his volume 'Hariras to

Dwarkadhish (in 1540).

1730 A.D. On 1786 the day of Akshay trivia on Thursday Shree Prakashanandjee had

convinced Lakha Thakar to do yagya and renovated the temple. In addition to this

Vagher king Map decreased the tax by ½ from Brahmins.

1861 A.D. ~Maharaja Khanderao renovated the temple and Britishers repaired the

summit of temple, which was broken during the fight with Vagher

1903 A.D. Maharaja Gaikwad arranged to keep the golden pitcher on the summit of

temple & Shankaracharya renovated the temple in 1958.

1960 A.D. Since 1960 Indian Government takes care of it and renovates it gradually.

1965 A.D. ~ Pakistan navy attacked to destroy the temples but failed.