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2-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Dwarka in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Dwarkadhish Temple
    5 minutes (0.5 km) from Dwarka Beach

    Morning: Visit the famous Dwarkadhish Temple, one of the four Char Dhams, dedicated to Lord Krishna. The temple has five floors and is decorated with intricate carvings. Get blessed by the priests and offer prayers to Lord Krishna.
    Afternoon: Have a simple and budget-friendly lunch at the local eateries near the temple. Head to the Rukmini Devi Temple, located 2 km from the Dwarkadhish Temple. The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna's consort Rukmini Devi. Explore the temple's architecture and marvel at the intricate carvings on the walls.
    Evening: Spend the evening at Dwarka Beach, located just a 5-minute walk from the temple. Relax on the sandy beach and watch the sunset. Be sure to try the local street food vendors who sell delicious snacks like bhajiya and chaat.

  2. Day 2: Bet Dwarka Island
    30 minutes (31 km) from Dwarka Beach

    Morning: Head to the jetty and take a ferry to Bet Dwarka Island, located 30 km from Dwarka. The island is considered a holy place and is home to many ancient temples. Visit the Nageshwar Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. Visit the Gopi Talav, which is associated with Lord Krishna's pastimes.
    Afternoon: Have lunch at the local shacks near the island. Visit the Rukshamanee Mandir, which houses Lord Krishna's chariot. Explore the beautiful island and enjoy the scenic views.
    Evening: Head back to Dwarka and visit the Gomti Ghat. Take a dip in the holy waters of the river Gomti and offer prayers to your ancestors. Experience the aarti ceremony, which takes place every evening and is a spectacular sight to watch.

Recommendations

Other places to consider visiting in Dwarka are the Bhadkeshwar Mahadev Temple, the Dwarka Lighthouse, and the Hanuman Dandi Temple. For a side trip, you can visit the Porbandar, located 100 km from Dwarka, which is the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi. To maximize your fun, try to explore the local markets and buy some traditional handicrafts and souvenirs. Also, try the local street food and sweets.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dwarkadhish Temple (2-3 hours, free)
  • Lunch near Dwarkadhish Temple (1 hour, INR 100-150)
  • Rukmini Devi Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Bet Dwarka Island (6-8 hours, INR 200-300 for ferry ride)
  • Lunch near Bet Dwarka Island (1 hour, INR 100-150)
  • Rukshamanee Mandir (1-2 hours, free)
  • Gomti Ghat (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 500-800
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