Rukmini Devi Temple
| Rukmini Devi Temple | |
|---|---|
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | Dwarka |
| Deity | Goddess Rukmini |
| Festivals | Rukmini ashtami |
| Location | |
| Location | Dwarka |
| State | Gujarat |
| Country | India |
| Architecture | |
| Style | Nagara Style |
| Completed | 19th Century |
The Rukmini Devi Temple is a temple in Dwarka, 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) away from Dwarka, Gujarat, India. It is dedicated to Goddess Rukmini (Lord Krishna's chief queen, beloved consort and the incarnation of Devi Mahalakshmi in Dvapara Yuga). The temple is believed to date back to the 5th century BC, though its present form is thought to originate from the 12th century.
It is a richly carved temple decorated with sculptures of gods and goddesses on the exterior with the sanctum housing the main image of Rukmini. Carved naratharas (human figures) and carved gajatharas (elephants) are depicted in panels at the base of the tower.
The present structure of temple is inferred to belong to the 19th century.
The temple is also known for its jal daan (water offering) custom where devotees are asked to donate water to temple.
The sanctum of the temple has a beautiful marble idol of Devi Rukmani, with four hands holding Shanka, Chakra, Gada and Padma. The Goddess of the temple is revered as Raj Rajeshwari.
The yatra to Dwarka is said to be completed only after you take darshan of Dwarkeshwari Rukmini Maharani