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Janmashtami 2020: If you go to the city of Shri Krishna, then you must visit Bet Dwarka, special beliefs are attached to this place.

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Dwarka is called the city of Lord Krishna, so here on Janmashtami, there is a different beauty. But if you are planning to go here, then a special island…

Dwarka is called the city of Lord Krishna, so here on Janmashtami, there is a different beauty. Millions of people arrive here on Janmashtami to see the city of Shri Krishna located in Gujarat. There are many temples of Shri Krishna in Dwarka but the talk of Janmashtami celebrated in the main Dwarkadhish temple is different. Janmashtami 2020 has also arrived and Dwarkadhish temple is not able to spread its full beauty this year. The reason for this is COVID 19 Pandemic. Well, due to this pandemic, walking is stopped and people are being advised to stay at home, but you can be given information. Today we are going to tell you about an island near Dwarka city which is very special.

Dwarka means the city of Moksha and the city of Lord Krishna. Here Janmashtami is celebrated with pomp throughout the city, although celebrating Janmashtami in Dwarka has started a week in advance.

See these temples in Dwarka

There are many famous temples of Lord Krishna in Dwarka but devotees throng to Dwarkadhish and Jagat temples. On this day the idols of Lord Krishna are decorated with precious ornaments. Light is visible only around these temples.

They are worn with expensive clothes and ornaments till 11 pm before the birth of Lord Shri Krishna. At 11.30 pm, they are offered festive enjoyment. She is welcomed at birth at 12 pm-midnight. After celebrating 2 hours, the temple closes at 2 pm.

Worship of Lord Krishna starts at 7 am with Mangala Aarti. On the next day of Janmashtami, people celebrate with great pomp.

Visit these islands around Dwarka

After celebrating Janmashtami, you can also roam around Dwarka. You can go to Bet Dwarka, it is a small island and there are many temples on it. It was once the main port of this area. Bet Dwarka is also called Shankhodhar. People live here and it is 3 kilometres off the coast of Okha in Gujarat. It is about 30 kilometres from Dwarka. Ferry service will be available to go here. This place is surrounded by many beautiful beaches and those who go here should take extra days to reach the city of Dwarka. It can be added to your trip.

The place was named after Bhet (ie gift and visit). In the Gujarati language, he is betrothed. It is believed that Sudama and Krishna met at this place and that is why it is also worshipped. It is believed that you get the full results of Dwarka when you visit Bet Dwarka.

Bet Dwarka attracts a lot of tourists. You can visit other main temples in Dwarka. If you have time, you can also go to Porbandar, Ahmedabad, Gir or Somnath.

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