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Mythological Connection Lord Krishna killed the oppressive King Kansa, ruler of Mathura and his maternal uncle which caused a long lasting rivalry between the Yadavas and Kansa's father-in-law Jarasandh. To avenge Kansa's death Jarasandh attacked the Yadavs for seventeen times and in order to avert further clashes Lord Krishna led his community of Yadavs across the Girnar mountain to the state of Saurasthra or Gujarat. For leaving the battle Lord Krishna affectionately came to be known as Ranchhodrai (one who leaves the battle field). He left Mathura and shifted to Dwarka to lay the foundation of his kingdom in Beyt Dwarka, a place close to port Okha. Here, he spent a significant part of his life. After Krishna's death a massive flood swallowed up the city. It is believed that Dwarka had submerged six times. Today's Dwarka is therefore the seventh city to be built in this area. The Holy City The name Dwarka is derived from the word 'Dvar' that means Door in Sanskrit and the significance of this word is the door to Brahma. The city has special significance to the Vaishnavas. The Jagatmandir temple here has the idol of Dwarkadhish, a form of Lord Krishna. Nageshvara Jyotirlinga, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Shiva, is also located near Dwaraka. Beyt Dwarka Beyt Dwarka is the place where it is believed that Lord Krishna had established his kingdom. This Island, situated in the Gulf of Kutch, is a small island and was the main port in this region before Okha developed it as a port. In order to get here from Dwarka, one needs to go to Okha port jetty and then take a ferry to this place. Historical Remains Dating back to the 3rd century BC can be traced in this island. Beyt Dwarka is also linked with legend where Lord Vishnu killed the demon Shankhasura and so this island is also known as Beyt Shankhodhara. In Beyt Dwarka one can see dolphins, go for picnics or camping and even for marine excursions. Geography The city of Dwarka is located in the Jamnagar District of Gujarat. Dwarka lies in the westernmost tip of the Gujarat peninsula.
Madhur Ganapathi Temple is also known as Madur Madanantheswara Siddhi Vinayaka temple. It is one of the famous temples in North Kerala which is 8 km?s away from Kasargod town. It is located in the bank of river Madhuvahini. In front of the temple, Madhuvahini River is flowing and all other sides are surrounded by the paddy fields and coconut trees. The locality of the temple has greenery picturesque which is very natural and makes enthusiasm about the place. The main presiding deity is Lord Shiva.
It is a holy shrine dedicated to Lord Vitthal and his consort Rakhumai. Lord Vithal is an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The temple stands on the banks of the Chandrabhaga River. The main entrance of the temple faces towards the Chandrabhaga river. A tomb of sage Namadev is seen at the entrance. A shrine of Ganesh is built inside the temple which is followed by a small assembly hall where prayers are performed. After climbing a few steps, devotees can have Mukh darshan of Lord Vittala.
Somnath temple is one of the most important temples in the country and is considered Aadi or the first of the twelve 'Jyothirlingas'. The Sivalinga here is Swayambhu or Natural formation. Somnath temple was referred to in many ancient texts and is one of the richest temples of those times.
The Temple of Kasi Vishwanath is perhaps the most popular temple in the country and is renowned the world over. The temple is in the holy town of Benares or Varanasi on the banks of the sacred River Ganges. The temple forms part of the twelve "Jyothirlinga" Shrine framework of temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and the Siva Linga here is said to be the first "Jyothirlinga".
The temple of Shri Sai Baba at Shirdi is the most popular among Baba temples in the country and quite rightly so. The temple contains the Samadhi of Baba and is visited by millions of devotees each year. Bhagwan Shri Sai Baba is believed to bestow happiness on his devotees and each year lakhs of devotees, especially from the south, pay a visit to Shirdi upon fulfillment of their desires. The most interesting aspect of this temple is that people of all faiths worship the Lord here. As a matter of fact Shri Sai Baba cured people of their sickness and granted them freedom from worries. The fact that the Lord lived here as recently as the last century only adds to the religious fervor.
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