Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple
Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple is an Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located near Dwarka, a coastal city in Gujarat, on the banks of the Gomti River. This temple is one of the 12 revered Jyotirlinga shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is about 17 kilometers from the Dwarka city center.
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Also Read About Somnath Jyotirlinga Temple which is also present in Gujarat.
History
According to the history, the Nageshwar Jyotirlinga is closely tied to the story of the demon Daruka and his wife, who were terrorizing the region. Daruka had a boon that made him invincible, but he was defeated by Lord Shiva. In the battle, Shiva appeared as a Jyotirlinga at the site of the temple. The name “Nageshwar” is derived from “Naga” (serpent) and “Ishwar” (God), as Lord Shiva is believed to be the ruler of serpents, particularly the serpent king Vasuki.
Architecture
The temple has a distinct and simple architecture with a sanctum housing the Jyotirlinga. The idol of Nageshwar is depicted in a unique form, where the deity is shown with a serpent around his neck, signifying his dominion over serpents. A 25 m tall statue of a sitting Lord Shiva and a large garden with a pond are major attractions of this place.
Temple Timings
6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Hotels
Address
Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, Daarukavanam, Goriyali, Gujarat 361345
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How To Reach
Porbandar (107 km) and Jamnagar (126 km) are the closest airports to Dwarka.
The nearest station is Dwarka Railway station which is 18 km away from the temple. From the station one can hire auto or cab to reach the temple.
Nageshwar Temple is 18 kms from Dwarka city.
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