Dwarkadhish Temple is one of the largest and most ornate temples in Mathura city, dedicated to Krishna in his royal form as “King of Dwarka”. Built in a Rajasthani architectural style, it features a richly carved entrance, pillared halls and a sanctum where beautifully dressed deities of Dwarkadhish and Radharani are worshipped. The temple is always lively, but on Holi, Janmashtami and Diwali the inner courtyard becomes a sea of colours, flowers and bhajans, making it a must-visit for devotees and tourists.
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History & highlights
The temple was completed in 1814 CE by Seth Gokul Das Parikh, a treasurer in the court of the Scindias, as part of a wave of Vaishnava temple-building in the Braj region. Over two centuries it has become central to the Pushtimarg / Vallabhacharya tradition in Mathura. Historic accounts describe how the temple survived periods of political disturbance and gradually became the main urban shrine of the old city, complementing Janmabhoomi as a pilgrimage stop. Today, its daily mangal aarti, jhulan (swing) celebrations and seasonal decorations keep alive a continuous worship tradition linked to Krishna’s Dwarka pastimes.
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