Dwarka is one of the most ancient and sacred cities in India. It is believed to be the city founded by Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu, and the hero of the epic Mahabharata. Dwarka is also one of the seven holy pilgrimage centres in Hinduism.

However, Dwarka is not just a mythological city. It is also a historical and archaeological marvel. According to ancient texts, Dwarka was submerged by the sea after Krishna’s death. For centuries, people wondered if such a city ever existed or was it just a legend.

In the late 20th and early 21st centuries, marine archaeologists and scientists made some remarkable discoveries that confirmed the existence of Dwarka under the Arabian Sea. They found artefacts, structures, pottery, coins, inscriptions and other evidence that dated back to more than 3,000 years ago. Some even claimed that Dwarka could be over 9,000 years old, making it one of the oldest civilizations in the world.

The discovery of Dwarka has not only validated the historical relevance of Mahabharata, but also shed light on the ancient culture, religion, trade, architecture and technology of India. It has also generated scientific data on sea-level changes and marine environment over long periods. Dwarka is a living testimony of the continuity and richness of Indian civilization from the Vedic age to the present day.

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