Who is Lord Dwarkadhish?

Dwarka, located in Gujarat, is one of India’s holiest cities and home to the Dwarkadhish Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is one of the sacred Char Dham pilgrimage sites established by Adi Shankaracharya. In this temple, Lord Krishna is worshipped as the King of Dwarka and the supreme divine protector.

Significance of Dwarka

One of the four main Char Dham pilgrimage sites.
Historic kingdom of Lord Krishna.
Known as the “City of Gold” in ancient scriptures.
Symbol of devotion, righteousness, and divine protection.

Legends Associated with Dwarka

Krishna Establishes His Kingdom

To protect the people of Mathura from Jarasandha, Lord Krishna moved to the seashore and built the divine city of Dwarka.
Submergence of Dwarka

After Krishna left the Earth, the ancient city is believed to have submerged into the sea. Underwater archaeological remains still support this legend.
Lord Krishna as Dwarkadhish

Krishna ruled as the divine king of Dwarka, protecting dharma and guiding all who sought his blessings.

Who Were With Lord Dwarkadhish (Divine Associates)

Krishna Parivar

Rukmini Devi – Primary queen and goddess of devotion.
Satyabhama – Symbol of courage and strength.
Vasudev & Devaki – Parents of Lord Krishna.
Balrama – Elder brother and divine protector.
Pradyumna & Samba – Sons of Lord Krishna.

Divine Associates

Sudama – Krishna’s childhood friend.
Uddhava – Devotee and spiritual advisor.
Narad Muni – Messenger and divine sage.
Yadava Clan – Warriors and followers of Krishna.

Dwarkadhish Temple (Overview)

Attribute	Details
Location	Near the Gomti River, close to the Arabian Sea, Gujarat
Also Known As	Jagat Mandir
Age	Over 2,500 years old (rebuilt multiple times)
Structure	Five-storied temple supported by 72 pillars
Key Feature	Temple flag changed several times daily, symbolizing Krishna’s energy