This beautiful monument is the `Jagad Madir` of Dwarka- The state capital of lord Shri Krishna. This monument was built by “Vajranabh- great grand son of Shri Krishna” at Dwarka- formally known as “Dwara Wati or Dwarma Mati” .

Dwarka is famous hindu pilgrimage and is among one of the Four important Dhams of Hindus. It is one among of Seven Puris of Hinduism, and popularly known as Moksha Puri.

The Dwarkadhish temple (also known as Jagat temple) and its Sikhar rises to 170 feet. The pataka or flag of the temple is changed four times a day. Pilgrims and devotees vie with one another to pay for the flag. There are special tailors to stitch it. Before hoisting the flag it is taken round the temple by the donor. The five-storeyed temple stands on 60 pillars. The pilgrims enter the temple by Swarg Dwar (the gateway of heaven) and leave by Moksh Dwar (the gateway of salvation).

The temple has rich carvings. The ancient shrine has been supported by kings and commoners alike from its inception. It is one of the important moksh dhams. The Gomti River flows nearby.