Dwarkadhish Temple - Informative & researched article on Dwarkadhish Temple
  Indianetzone: Largest Free Encyclopedia of India with thousand of articles Indian Temples


in  
Art & Culture | Entertainment | Health | Reference | Sports | Society | Travel
Forum  | Free E-magazine
Indian Temples : Indian Temples l Arts and Crafts of Hindu Temples l Indian Religious Temples l Churches in India l Mosques in India l Shiva Temples In India l Krishna Temples in India l Hanuman Temples in India l Durga Temples in India l Vishnu Temples in India l North Indian Temples l Central India Temples l West India Temples l East India Temples l Indian Regional Temples l Indian Temple Managements l Styles of Worship in Indian Temples l Indian Temple Architecture l Indian Temples by Religion l History of Indian Temples l Hindu temples in India l Gurudwaras in India
Home > Reference > Indian Temples > North Indian Temples > Temples of Uttar Pradesh > Dwarkadhish Temple
Dwarkadhish Temple
The treasurer of the estate of Gwalior, Seth Gokul Das Parikh built this temple at Mathura

Dwarkadhish TempleMathura, originally known for the birth place of Lord Krishna is located on the bank of river Yamuna. Besides, this place has a long and chequered history. It is called as the Athens of India

The Dwarkadhish Temple is one of the most important temples of not only Uttar Pradesh, but the whole of India.

History of Temple and God
This temple was established in the year 1814, and is situated in the heart of the city of Mathura. The treasurer of the estate of Gwalior, Seth Gokul Das Parikh built the temple. It is entirely dedicated to Lord Krishna.

Temple Architecture
The Dwarkadhish Temple exhibits an excellent work of art. Images of Lord Krishna, his beloved Radha, and other Hindu deities are exhibited in the interior of the temple. Elements of local art and aesthetics enrich the architecture of the temple. Major attractions of the temple include carving and paintings.

How to reach and Accommodation
Cab, autos and rickshaws are available for people to reach the museum. There is no special accommodation for the visitors. Self-arrangements shall have to be done for the purpose of accommodation.

Management
The followers of the Vallabhacharya sect currently manage the Dwarkadhish Temple.

(Last Updated on : 14/09/2010)
  More Articles in Temples of Uttar Pradesh
 
Dwarkadhish Temple Kashi Vishwanath Temple Durga Temple
Sankat Mochan Temple Buddhist Temples Tulsi Manas Temple
Mulgandha Kuti Vihar Mathakaut Temple Bharat Mata Mandir
Nirvana Temple Danghati Mukharvind Vindhyavasini Devi Temple
Chitrakoot Dham Banke Bihari Temple  
Recently Updated Articles in Indian Temples
  • Temples of West Bengal
    Temples of West Bengal attract a number of pilgrims throughout the year, especially the Kalighat and Bishnupur group of temples.
  •  
  • ISKCON Mayapur
    ISKCON Mayapur is a famous pilgrimage spot and is one of the popular places in the Nadia District in West Bengal.
  •  
     
  • Our Lady of Snow Church
    Our Lady of Snow is a Roman Catholic Marian church in Kallikulam, Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu.
  •  
  • Poondi Madha Basilica
    Poondi Madha Basilica or Our Lady of Lourdes Basilica is a Catholic pilgrimage centre that is located in Tamil Nadu.
  •  
  • Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health
    Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health is located at the small town of Velankanni in Tamil Nadu.
  •  
    E-mail this Article | Post a Comment
    RSS Feeds
    Forum
    Forum on Indian Temples

    Free E-magazine
    Subscribe to Free
    E-Magazine on Indian Crafts
     
     
    Dwarkadhish Temple - Informative & researched article on Dwarkadhish Temple
    Sitemap
    Contact Us   |   RSS Feeds
    Copyright © 2008 Jupiter Infomedia Pvt. Ltd. All rights reserved including the right to reproduce the contents in whole or in part in any form or medium without the express written permission of Jupiter Infomedia Pvt. Ltd.