What is Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Dwarka known for?
Nageshwar, on the road between Dwarka and the Bet Dwarka jetty, is regarded by many as one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. The linga is in an underground sanctum, and a large seated statue of Shiva stands in the grounds and is visible from the road.
Why is Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Dwarka significant?
The Shiva Purana names Nageshwar among the twelve Jyotirlingas and tells of Shiva protecting his devotee Supriya from the demon Daruka in the Darukavana forest. The identification of the site is held differently in different traditions, but the Dwarka temple is widely accepted as Nageshwar by pilgrims on the Jyotirlinga circuit, and is visited together with Dwarkadhish.
Which rituals and festivals are held at Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Dwarka?
Abhishek, bel patra and flowers are offered at the linga. Monday is the customary day of worship, and Shravan the main season.
Mahashivratri is the principal festival.
How do you reach Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Dwarka?
The temple is about 17 kilometres from Dwarka on the road towards Okha and the Bet Dwarka crossing. Cabs and autos from Dwarka cover it together with Bet Dwarka in half a day.