Dwarkadhish Gopal Mandir

Overview

A grand 19th-century Krishna temple in the heart of Ujjain's market, known for its Maratha architecture and the Harihar Milan festival.

Darshan timings

Opens

6:00 AM

Closes

9:00 PM

Before you visit

Dress code

Traditional, modest clothing

Prasad

Available

Photography

Allowed

Festivals

• Janmashtami
• Harihar Milan (Vaikuntha Chaturdashi)

History

Gopal Mandir, also called the Dwarkadhish temple, is the second largest temple in Ujjain after Mahakaleshwar. It was built in the 19th century by Bayaja Bai Shinde, queen of the Maratha ruler Daulatrao Scindia, and is a fine example of Maratha temple architecture. The main deity is Lord Krishna as Dwarkadhish, with images of Shiva, Parvati and Garuda also in the temple. Janmashtami is celebrated with great devotion, and on Vaikuntha Chaturdashi the Harihar Milan procession brings Lord Mahakal to meet Lord Krishna here.

Location

Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh

Stay nearby

• Shankaracharya Math, Ujjain
• Agralok Dham, Ujjain
• Hotel Avantika Palace, Ujjain

More about this temple

How to reach: Ujjain Junction railway station is about 2.5 km away, and autos and e-rickshaws run from the station to the temple. The nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport in Indore, about 57 km away by taxi or bus. Ujjain is well linked by highway to Indore, Bhopal and Dewas. Best time to visit: October to March, when the weather is pleasant for darshan and sightseeing.

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