Ans- This 4-day pilgrimage package covers two of the most sacred Jyotirlinga and Char Dham temples — Dwarkadhish Temple in Dwarka and Somnath Temple in Veraval. The package usually includes transportation (car/train/flight), hotel stay, local sightseeing, and temple darshan assistance at both destinations.

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Day 1: Arrival in Dwarka – visit Dwarkadhish Temple and attend evening aarti.

Day 2: Explore nearby attractions – Bet Dwarka, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Rukmini Devi Temple, and Gomti Ghat.

Day 3: Drive to Somnath (approx. 230 km / 5 hours), en route visit Porbandar (Kirti Mandir – Mahatma Gandhi’s birthplace). Attend evening aarti at Somnath Temple.

Day 4: Visit Bhalka Tirth, Triveni Sangam, Gita Mandir – then depart for return journey.

Ans- Key attractions include:

• Dwarka: Dwarkadhish Temple, Bet Dwarka, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Rukmini Temple, Gomti Ghat
• Somnath: Somnath Temple, Bhalka Tirth, Triveni Sangam, Gita Mandir
• En route: Porbandar – Kirti Mandir (Gandhi’s birthplace)

Ans- The distance between Dwarka and Somnath is approximately 230 km, and the travel time by road is around 5 to 6 hours. The route via Porbandar is scenic and allows for sightseeing stops along the coast.

Ans- The ideal time to visit is from October to March, when the weather is pleasant for temple visits and coastal sightseeing. Many devotees also visit during Mahashivratri and Janmashtami for grand celebrations at both temples.

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• By Air: Nearest airport – Jamnagar (135 km from Dwarka) and Diu (80 km from Somnath)
• By Train: Both Dwarka and Somnath have railway stations well-connected to major cities like Ahmedabad and Rajkot.
• By Road: Excellent highways connect all pilgrimage cities in Gujarat.

Ans- Yes. Somnath Temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, and Nageshwar Jyotirlinga (near Dwarka) can also be visited during the tour, making it a spiritually fulfilling journey.

Ans- You can choose from budget hotels, deluxe rooms, dharamshalas, or luxury resorts near the temple areas in Dwarka and Somnath. Many hotels offer easy access to evening aarti and temple darshan.

Ans- Carry comfortable clothing, light woolens (in winter), personal medicines, ID proof, sunscreen, and modest attire suitable for temple visits. Photography is usually restricted inside temples, so follow temple guidelines.

Ans- This journey connects two of Gujarat’s most powerful spiritual centers — Dwarka, the kingdom of Lord Krishna, and Somnath, the eternal abode of Lord Shiva. It represents the union of devotion and divine energy, making it one of the most sacred yatras in India.