Ancient Dwaraka sank in the sea and hence is an important archaeological site. The first clear historical record of the lost city is dated 574 A.D. and occurs in the Palitana Plates of Samanta Simhaditya.

2022年1月14日 · One of the seven holy pilgrimage centres in India, the city of Dwarka is not only of religious importance, but also archaeological. The city's ancient incarnation, referred to in the epic...

The onshore explorations nearby Bet Dwarka revealed the presence of Late Indus seal depicting 3 headed animal, earthen vessel inscribed in the characters of Indus-Brahmi transition phase of about 1500 B.C. and the large quantity of pottery similar to Lustrous Red Ware bowl and the Red Ware dishes, dish-on-stand, perforated jar and incurved ...

2023年10月5日 · Want to learn the legends of the underwater ruins of Dwarka (or Dvaraka) in the state of Gujarat? Here you'll find the latest archaeological findings.

2024年2月27日 · Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently dived underwater to pray at Gujarat's Dwarka, which is regarded as Lord Krishna's 'land of action'. Was Dwarka a well-planned city or is it a well-preserved myth? What is the archaeological evidence, and what can we infer from it?

It is situated on the extreme west coast of the Indian territory. The town has association with Lord Krishna who is believed to be the founder of this town by reclaiming 12 yojana land from the Sea (Vishnu Puran, 5.23.13). The town consisted of beautiful gardens, deep motes, several ponds and palaces (Vishnu Puran, 5.23.14).

An exploration was conducted offshore and onshore in Dwarka, Gujarat, to understand the submerged archaeological remains. The coastal areas were examined during low tide where sculptures and two stone anchors were discovered. Based on explorations, underwater excavations were carried out in 2007.

2024年9月4日 · However, modern archaeology has unearthed evidence that suggests Dwarka might have existed—and not just on land, but underwater. This blog delves into the underwater proof of Dwarka, exploring the findings, significance, and scientific methods used to …

2023年1月24日 · Dwarka is a historical city within the northwestern Indian nation of Gujarat. According to Hindu mythology, it was the capital of Lord Krishna’s kingdom. The city is considered one of the seven most ancient religious cities in the country and is …

Since 1983 the Marine Archaeology Unit of the National Institute of Oceanography is engaged in the offshore exploration and excavation of the legendary city of Dwaraka in the coastal waters of Dwarka in Gujarat.