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Gujarat Baps Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Dwarka
Gujarat state is a land of Hindu temples and prominent BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir or temple is among one of them. This sacred Hindu worship place is devoted to its main deity Lord Swaminarayan who is believed to be one of the incarnations of Lord Shri Vishnu. The sacred temple is considered among the most visited Swaminarayan temples in the state of Gujarat. The idol of Swaminarayan in the temple is made of pure white marble.
History
The sacred BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir or temple in Dwarka was constructed by the Swaminarayan Mandir Trust in order to spread spiritual teachings and discourses of Lord Swaminarayan. Moreover, the temple also houses idols of other Hindu Gods and Goddess such as Lord Shri Vishnu, Lord Venkateshwara and Lord Shiva. The sacred temple is frequently visited by thousands of devotees every year. It is a known fact that Swaminarayan temples are spread all over the world and famous for its unique architecture. The Dwarka BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir or temple represents the original BAPS Shri Swaminarayan temple of Neasdon, United Kingdom.
Weather and time to visit
Gujarat state has tropical climate condition like all other parts of the country. Hence, during the summer, temperature rises to 33 to 44 degree Celsius while in winter it may drop down to 7 degree Celsius. Hence, the best time to get there is from the month of October to March.
How to reach
By Air
Porbandar airport is situated only 107 km far from the temple that connects the city to all other parts of the country.
By Rail or Train
The nearest railway station is situated at Dwarka town.
By Road
Dwarka town is well connected with other neighboring towns or cities of the state by well-developed roads. Hence, visitors can easily hire buses, cabs and taxis to reach at the temple.
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