The mysteries of Submerged Dwarka City have resurfaced to intrigue after India’s Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi offered underwater prayers at the ancient site of Dwarka. He described it as a, “very divine experience.” Krishna and Dwarka, and the mysteries of submerged Dwarka, have always been a source of great fascination and intrigue for those interested in mythology, history, and archaeology.

The Lost City of Dwarka

Though, the Prime Minister’s recent deep dive has shone the flashlight on the mysteries of submerged Dwarka, it has been something that has fascinated historians and researchers, ever since the archaeologist Shri S.R.Rao, discovered the “Lost City of Dwarka,” in the eighties.

Mysteries Of Submerged Dwarka City

Dwarka is a city that never fails to fascinate you, when you set feet here, it is as if you have been transported to another era or yuga, the Dwapara Yuga, the times of Krishna. Dwarka, a small city situated in the western state of Gujarat, India is a famous pilgrimage centre of India and is identified with the ancient kingdom of Krishna, one of the most popular and famous Hindu deities. Dwarka is home to a 2,500-year-old temple dedicated to the God Krishna.

Amazing Facts And Mysteries Of Submerged Dwarka City

The Legend 

For many years, the legend has prevailed and Indian mythology is replete with accounts of how the original kingdom of Dwarka looked like. The Indian epic Mahabharata says that Dwarka had 900,000 royal palaces, all constructed with crystal and silver and decorated with emeralds. An elaborate system of boulevards, roads, marketplaces, assembly houses and temples connected the city.

Recent marine archaeological explorations of the sea here have thrown light on several stone structures of different shapes, also discovered were stone anchors and other artefacts. The exploration also found sandstone walls, a grid of streets and remains of a seaport, some 70 feet beneath the sea. The evidence points to the fact of the existence of a city some 9,000 years ago.

Is this the mythical and grand city of Dwarka, the kingdom of Krishna? Scientists, scholars and historians discuss and debate on this. The historicity of Krishna and Dwarka seems to have journeyed from the realms of mythology to history with the discovery of the submerged Dwarka city. However, a lot of work needs to be done by the authorities to establish this conclusively. 

Bet Dwarka Underwater | Mysteries Of Submerged Dwarka City

This is a small inhabited island off Dwarka, about 1 mile in the sea. There are regular boat services to get to the island from Okha Port which is about 32 kilometers from Dwarka. There is a 500-year-old temple dedicated to Krishna here, which is the main attraction. To us, however, the main point of interest was the fact that this island is considered to be a part of the ancient city that sunk under the sea. Most of the ancient ruins of the sunken city have been found around this area. It is quite literally a Dwarka Underwater Museum, that lies beneath the water of the Arabian Sea, holding secrets from the Dwapara Yuga, when the 8th avatar of Vishnu walked the earth in these parts.

As we sat in the boat and looked at the sea gushing past me, I peered down at the water and wondered about the grand city of Dwarka that lay buried deep under the sea. I wondered how it must have been in those times, how people lived their lives, how the city must have echoed to the happy sounds of children playing, the thumping of hooves as horses galloped with soldiers astride. A vibrant and throbbing kingdom. And then one day, everything washed away and submerged under water. Only to live as a legend and a myth till some day Man rediscovered its remains.

How To Reach Dwarka | Mysteries Of Submerged Dwarka City

• The nearest airport is Porbandar which is 95 kilometers away
• Well connected by train to all major cities of India
• Well connected by Road to all major cities of India

Activities 

There is much to see and experience in Dwarka, check out our list of experiences that Dwarka offers.

• Surfing
• Scuba Diving

There is a Scuba diving center in Dwarka and there are associations that organize scuba diving activities. If you plan to do scuba diving, then it is advisable to go with a group of divers as it works out economically.  

Dwarka is an important destination owing to its association with Krishna. Do check out our post about the Krishna Janmasthami festival, which is an annual celebration of the birth anniversary of Krishna.

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