Hoax or Fact: Hoax. On this occasion, the local boys create a pyramid and a young boy in the costume of Krishna climbs up t… It is said that these flags depict Lord Krishna’s presence till the time both the celestial bodies exist on earth. NEW DELHI: The exact age of Dwarka, the ancient submerged city off Gujarat coast, can now finally be determined. At midnight there is reenactment of Krishna's childhood in the form of Garba and Raas dances. Several other excavations followed, all revealing different artefacts and to different time periods. This submerged city is … Vote down!-14. The Airforce controlled airport only has a travel route established with Mumbai. The city has a proper mention in the holy book of Hindus. Stone Anchors: From this area 13 stone to the time when the area submerged underwater. The mythical city of Dwarka is founded by Lord Krishna which subsequently got submerged under sea. The reputation of Dwarka is mainly due to the identification of the modern city with the mythological sacred city of Dvārakā, which is believed to have been the first capital of Gujarat. The blocks were joined so well with the help of wooden dowels and nails that they remained in situ despite heavy surfs and strong currents for a long period," said Tripathi, who is also an expert diver. Yet the ruins below the Gulf of Cambay go back at least 9 thousand years, i.e. During 1983-1992 underwater archaeological explorations have been carried out almost every year in Dwarka, Bet Dwarka and Somnath waters. A few years ago there was talk of a peculiar discovery: it was the remains of a large underwater city located in the Gulf of Cambay (India) exactly where the lost city of Dwarka is said to be located. Home » Dwarka: Built 10,000 Years Ago, The Holiest City Of India Lies Submerged Underwater. Legendary musician, Padma Vibhushan Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan passes away a... Mahesh Manjrekar booked for allegedly slapping, abusing a man. It is one of the four dhamas (sacred place for hindu pligrimage).According to archaelogical survey, the carbon dating states the city to be 9500 years old which means it … The real name of the city is still unknown because it is considered that it sank … This city is regarded as one of the most prominent Chardham (the four sacred pilgrimage sites of Hinduism), and one of the seven most ancient religious sites in the country (the other six being Ayodhya, Mathura, Haridwar, Banaras, Kanchi and Ujjain.) This is supported by the fact that there was a busy network of trade between the coastal town of Lothal (near Dwarka) and Bahrain. As time marches on, archaeologists all over the world have been discovering ancient cities that were once thought to be myths or legends. Around 150 feet under the Arabian Sea, sits the ruins of the ancient city of Dwarka. The discovery of the legendary city of Dvaraka which is said to have been founded by Sri Krishna is an important landmark in the validation of historical relevance of Mahabharata. Dwarka is well connected via Okhla across India. But findings from the sunken bed of the Gulf of Cambay push this age back to 9,000 to 15,000 years ago – millenniums before the birth of Christ. The Dwarka temple timings for everyone is from 6:30 am to 1 pm and 5 pm to 9:30 pm on all days. But the most definitive findings were done by accident by a group of students at the Gulf of Cambay. Dwaraka was a western Indian city submerged by the sea right after the death of Sri Krishna. Imagine how long a modern city would last submerged in saltwater. No other palace and city is as grand, as incredible, and as magnificent as Dwarka. Here is a short description about the ancient city of Dwarka – an excerpt from Blue Vanquisher: ‘Vishwakarma builds the golden city of Dwarka like heaven. Gujarat; Author: History Chanel . Iskcon temple Dwarka is dedicated to Krishna and Rukmini Devi. 32,000 Year Old City of Lord Krishna Found Underwater.It was found during accidental discovery in 2000 when water pollution study was going on. Located in a historical city , the Dwarkadish temple exists to worship the ‘King of Dwarka’. When underwater settlements are concerned within Indian marine archaeology, the most talked about would be the ancient city of Dwarka. According to ancient Sanskrit literature, the Lord Krishna founded the holy city of Dwarka, which subsequently got submerged under sea. The samples of the excavation have been brought to the capital and shall soon be given for lab testing. There is an old civilization that has been found in India, Bharath called the Indus-Valley culture also known as the Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro, the two main cities of that culture. Another option is to fly down to Jamnagar. Tourists can either hire a taxi and embark on a relaxing road trip. According to ancient Sanskrit literature, the Lord Krishna founded the holy city of Dwarka, which subsequently got submerged under sea. Below are the few snapshots from Harivamsa Purana where Dwarka is mentioned. The explorations conducted in the Gulf of Cambay waters revealed sandstone walls, a grid of streets and some evidence of a sea port 70 feet under water. "Now that we have found wood, we are confident of dating the excavations. Dvārakā, also known as Dvāravatī (Sanskrit द्वारका "the gated [city]", possibly meaning having many gates, or alternatively having one or several very grand gates), is a sacred historic city in Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism. Video >> Dwarka, 32 000 year old underwater city found . India is filled with fables and stories that walk the fine line between myth and reality. This means that the city must have existed before the flooding, i.e. Two years ago, the Underwater Archaeology Wing (UAW) of the Archaeological Survey of India undertook the systematic study of Dwarka and after thorough analysis of previous researches, started excavation work in January with the clear objective "to know the antiquity of the site based on scientific study of the material evidence." Therefore, sinking it to the bottom of the ocean. at least 9 thousand years ago. Until the unearthing of Dwarka, the submerged city, archaeologists believed civilization in India dated back to 3,000 to 6,000 years. The images are in fact old and not related to Dwarka or Shri Krishna. The festival is marked by several night long celebrations to mark the birth of Krishna. iTel Vision 1 Pro launched in India: Priced at less than Rs 7000, check fea... Internet in splits after 'Hyderabad Style' address goes viral, re... Whatsapp rival Signal faces global outage due to THIS reason. This means civlization as big as Ney York Manhattan city was in existance wnd flourished before 5000 years ago as told by earlier history. Archaeologists have discovered a 9,000-year-old city beneath the surface of modern-day Dwarka Although many people believe that Ramayana and Mahabharata were merely mythological events and that it didn’t exist, various exploration confirmations demonstrate the hour of an event of such occasions dated back to 5000-7500 years. This documentary is based on old dwarka who is now in sea under water.it was lost in ancient period.this documentary is produced by s.k.music.it is directed by sandeep tiwari.it i "According to folklore, Dwarka is the home town of Lord Krishna, a placed believed to be an old wives tale, a myth, that is until the ruins were discovered 131 feet below the ocean." In 1988, the Marine Archaeological Unit of India started underwater excavations around the area of Lothal, the port centre of Harappan civilization. Civilization started and developed in the holy land of Aryavrat/Bharat (misnomer: India) since eons together. Over 23000 years old evidences of God Shri Krishn's Dwarka/Dwarika/Dvarika Nagri have been found which proves that Sanatan Vedic Dharm is the oldest civilization in the world. Also, the exact location of this port city has also been debated for a long time. (Musafir) It is amazing when myths and folklore are actually found to be true. Built with 2,000 buildings and 4 fortresses in the 17th century, … The city was considered a myth until the National Institute of Ocean Technology found the ruins of the city in Gulf of Khamabhat. Harivamsa Purana – Chapter Vishnu Parv – Page 428 ... Latest Research work on Dwarka Underwater City. According to ancient Sanskrit literature, the Lord Krishna founded the holy city of Dwarka, which subsequently got submerged under sea. Until the unearthing of Dwarka, the submerged city, archaeologists believed civilization in India dated back to 3,000 to 6,000 years. It is a relatively new temple but the structure takes inspiration from ancient architecture. The sea around the Dwarka is unpredictable and can become “ suddenly windy and choppy “, and the best season for underwater excavations are … India: Archaeologists found 9,000 years old city beneath the surface of modern-day Dwarka. More importantly, the image is in circulation online since at least 2011. I do not accept the suggestion for a submerged Dwarka, so first, let us look at that which is not under the sea. Underwater city of Dwarka in Arabian sea getting damaged March 18, 2007 Ahmedabad (PTI): The excavated city of Dwarka, the pristine abode of Lord Krishna, discovered by the octogenarian archeologist S R Rao under the Arabian sea in the coast of Gujarat is once again getting buried under the sands, thanks to neglect by the authorities. Dwarka, one of the best-studied underwater sites in India, has commanded much attraction, also because the site is considered as one of the four Dhamas (sacred place for pilgrimage) of the Hindu religion. The modern city of Dwarka (meaning ‘Gateway to Heaven’ in Sanskrit) is located in the north-western Indian state of Gujarat. There is also an option of booking a self-drive vehicle if a person loves driving. According to the epic of Mahabharata, Krishna established his mighty kingdom off the coast of Gujarat to escape endless deaths and battles between him and Jarasandh (in Mathura). The modern city of Dwarka, which in Sanskrit means ‘Gateway to heaven’, is located north-west of … The peaceful and calm ambience and a mesmerizing view of the Arabian sea has turned it into a popular tourist attraction. This is why they decided to pursue the search of the sunken city of Dwarka. Dwarka not only adds age to Indian civilization but also proves that Mahabharata was not a fabled story. Over 1400 years old, it was built during the Han dynasty and spans the area of 62 football fields." Dwarka, one of the best-studied underwater sites in India, has commanded much attraction, also because the site is considered as one of the four Dhamas (sacred place for pilgrimage) of the Hindu religion. Mythical City Found Under Water? Discoveries by the Archaeological Survey of India not only proved that the mythic city of Dwarka was real but also contested the age of civilization in India which according to western archaeologists was only 3,500 years old. Dwarka is a famous pilgrimage centre of India and is identified with the ancient kingdom of Krishna, one of the most popular and famous Hindu deities. Underwater city of Dwarka in Arabian sea getting damaged March 18, 2007 Ahmedabad (PTI): The excavated city of Dwarka, the pristine abode of Lord Krishna, discovered by the octogenarian archeologist S R Rao under the Arabian sea in the coast of Gujarat is once again getting buried under the sands, thanks to neglect by the authorities. Dwarka, one of the best-studied underwater sites in India, ... During its heyday, Dwarka was a city of beautiful gardens, deep moats, several ponds and palaces [1], but it is believed to have ... script which may not be very old. The fastest route is via NH947. Dwarka. Dwarka: “a small city and a municipality of Devbhoomi Dwarka district in the state of Gujarat in northwestern India. According to ancient Sanskrit literature, the Lord Krishna founded the holy city of Dwarka, which subsequently got submerged under sea. It is one of the most talked about marine settlements by the archaelogists in India. 'Mhare Sundar aur Thakur kam hain kay'? 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