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Bet Dwarka Boat Timings and Price

bet dwarka temple timings, Boat service from Okha to Bet Dwarka is available from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The price of this boat service is mention below.

The boat is available every 10 to 15 minutes and once it gets fille with passengers, it will leave for Bet Dwarka and take 15 to 20 minutes to reach Bet Dwarka.

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History of Bet Dwarka

Bet Dwarka has a very special significance amongst devotees of Lord Krishna as Lord Krishna performed His lilas on this island of Bet Dwarka.

Lord Krishna brought the members of the Yadu dynasty first to Kushasthali in Bet Dwarka and then built the fort-city of Dwarka. Bet Dwarka was the administrative capital of the Yadus protected by the sea and hills. This also confirmed scientifically as per the marine archaeology findings of Prof. S R Rao, the distinguished Indian marine archaeologist who discovered the remnants of the fort-city of Dwarka. Most of his findings have been corroborated with the accounts of the Mahabharata.

The history

The sacred island of Bet Dwarka extends beyond 5000 years. The Mahabharata refers to Bet Dwarka as ‘Antaradvipa’ where the Yadus had to travel by boat. The island is also called Shankhoddhara as Lord Matsya had slayed a demon by the name Shankhasura at the place where the Shankh Sarovar stands today. There is an abundance of variety of Shankhas i.e., conch shells around the island too. Vaishnavas generally use a conch shell found from Bet Dwarka as the sound of the conch shell is considered very auspicious as well as the source of Dhvani Shakti.

The Garga Samhita’s Dwarka Khanda describes that Lord Krishna had delivered Kakshivan the disciple of Trita Muni in Bet Dwarka. Kakshivan was cursed by Trita Muni even before the advent of Lord Sri Krishna. Kakshivan had stolen the conch shell of Trita Muni which was supposed to be used in the latter’s worship. Being angered on the offence of the disciple Trita Muni had cursed Kakshivan to become a conch and wait until Lord Sri Krishna’s arrival to be delivered. When Lord Sri Krishna had visited the Shankha Sarovar, He heard the chanting of the name ‘Krishna! Krishna!’ and thus delivered Kakshivan and awarded him Vaikuntha.

The meeting of Sudama and Krishna

Dwarkadhish’s childhood friend Sudama had met Him in Bet Dwarka. Sudama had also gifted Krishna four handfuls of chipped rice when he came to meet Krishna here. Hence, the name Bhent Dwarka. Bhent implies ‘gift’ or ‘meeting’.

The archeaological findings of Bet Dwarka

The Bet Dwarka island was part of the Baroda state under the Gaekwads rule. In 1857, the Vaghers attacked and captured it. But the island was taken back by the Gaekwads along with the British two years later. And remained SO until Indian independence in 1947.

The presence of settlements dating back beyond. The Harappan and Mauryan era have been found under the sea around Bet Dwarka. Many artefacts were recover during the sea excavations including remains of ship wrecks and stone ship anchors of various types. In the east coast of the island, a rubble wall extending over 500m was discover. Inscriptions on vessels recover shows that Sanskrit was the primary language of communication in Dwarka.

The discoveries are numerous including seals (used as identity cards), pottery ware, etc. All the discoveries here have conformed mostly to the description of Dwarka in the Mahabharata. This put to rest all the claims of Dwarka merely being a fiction or fantasy story. Unfortunately the work of Prof. S R Rao was not taken foward as the then demoniac government was afraid that Lord Sri Krishna’s glories would be reestablished and the Sanatana Dharma would gain its former glory.

Dwarka to Bet Dwarka Distance

To visit Beyt Dwarka, the trip is divid into two parts, i.e., from Dwarka to Okha by buses, taxis, or personal vehicles and the distance is around 32km. After reaching Okha, there is just a distance of 5km to Bet Dwarka. This is to be done by small boats or ferries (public boats).

Best Time to Visit The Bet Dwarka

• The Best Time to visit bet dwarka temple timings is Between October and March. That is the time when the region experiences the winter.
• Winter at Bet Dwarka is not very severe, weather is pleasant enough to be travel-worthy. Average temperatures during winter are around 20 degrees to 28 degrees so it is bearable.
• During summer due to a lot of heat, it will be more uncomfortable for small children and adults to visit the Bet Dwarka.
• During Monsoon in Bet Dwarka lot of rain is found there so it creates an uncomfortable environment for the guests to visit every place of the Dwarka.

Dwarka to Nageshwar Temple

Nageshwar Temple is 16.6 km away from Dwarka. You can reach Nageshwar temple by your personal vehicle, cab, or bus.

Nageshwar to Bet Dwarka

Nageshwar Temple is 22.8 km from Bet Dwarka. There are regular buses and cabs travelling from Nageshwar Temple to Bet Dwarka.

Nearby Places to Visit in Bet Dwarka

Shri Keshavraiji Temple

This temple is dedicat to Lord Krishna in Bet Dwarka. At Keshavrai Temple, “Rice” is offer to Lord Krishna as his friend Sudama has bought rice as a gift for Lord Krishna.

It is the best Spiritual and Religious place to visit during the visit to Bet Dwarka.

Hanuman Dandi

Hanuman Dandi Temple located in Bet Dwarka is the idol of Lord Hanuman and Makardhwaja the son of Hanuman.

The Only Temple was the son of the Hanuman Worshipp.

Other Temples to Visit in Bet Dwarka

There are many other temples to visit near Bet Dwarka like

• Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple
• Abhaya Mata Temple
• Rukmani Temple
• Lakshmi-Narayan Temple visited all these temples during the trip to Bet Dwarka.

Jain Temples in Bet Dwarka

There is a Jain temple in Bet Dwarka where one can pay tribute to the 24 Tirthankars of the Jain community.

Dargahs in Bet Dwarka

Bet Dwarka is also two Islamic dargahs. One Sidi Baba Peer Dargah and Haji Kirmai Dargah are the two main Dargahs located in Bet Dwarka.

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Conclusion

Bet Dwarka holds immense historical and religious significance, being associat with the divine pastimes of Lord Krishna. Its rich history, supported by archaeological findings, validates its mention in ancient scriptures like the Mahabharata. From being the administrative capital of the Yadu dynasty to witnessing sacred events like Lord Krishna’s meeting with Sudama, Bet Dwarka remains a revered pilgrimage site. The archaeological excavations around the island further authenticate its ancient roots, dispelling any doubts about its existence. Moreover, the presence of diverse religious sites including Hindu temples, Jain temples, and Islamic dargahs, signifies its inclusivity and spiritual importance. With its serene surroundings and religious fervor, Bet Dwarka continues to attract devotees and tourists alike, providing a glimpse into the profound cultural heritage of India.