Devbhumi Dwarka

About Devbhumi Dwarka
Devbhumi Dwarika is located in Southern region of Gulf of Kutch of Gujarat state. On 15th August 2013, this district was bifurcated from Jamanagar district. Dwarka has its pilgrimage importance due to Dwarkadheesh Temple built in 6th to 7th century. It was the residing place of 'Lord Krishna' also known as 'Ranchodji'. It is one of the important ‘Chardham’ spots and the 'Sapt-Puris' 'Dwarawati' as sanskrit name of Dwarka is the most pious and holy place of Hindus. Dwarka has its own Railway Station about 1.5 km from the main city. Nights in Dwarka gets chilly, summers are quite hot. Dwarka being an ethnic city, also have modern malls for shopping. Bandhani, folk art on fabrics, Patola Silk sarees, handicraft items with embroidary etc. are worth shopping.Places of interest include 'Bet' Dwarka, Gita Mandir, Dwarkadheesh Temple, Dwarka Lighthouse.