In India, Krishna Janmashtami, the celebration of Lord Krishna's birth, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India. Krishna Janmashtami is also popularly known as Gokulashtami, is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm with various religious rituals, cultural performances, and community events across the country. Krishna Janmashtami 2024 falls on Monday, August 26 which will mark the 5251st birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. Janmashtami celebrations in Dwarka, a city closely associated with Lord Krishna, are a magnificent and spiritually enriching experience. Dwarka, believed to be the kingdom established by Lord Krishna after leaving Mathura, holds great religious significance, making the Janmashtami celebrations particularly grand.

Dwarkadhish Temple Festivities

The Dwarkadhish Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna, is the main highlight of the Krishna Janmashtami celebrations every year. The temple is beautifully decorated with flowers, lights, and intricate designs. Special rituals, including the ‘Abhishek’, the ritual bathing of the idol, and ‘Aarti’, are performed with great devotion by devotees. The Dwarkadhish Temple remains open throughout the night, allowing devotees to participate in the midnight celebration of Krishna's birth.

How to Watch Janmashtami 2024 Online Live From Dwarka?

If it is not possible for devotees to visit Dwarka during Krishna Janmashtami 2024 celebrations, don’t worry as you can still be a part of the grand Janmashtami celebrations. You can watch the Gokulashtami festivities online as many temples, including the Dwarkadhish Temple, live-stream their Janmashtami celebrations on their official websites or social media platforms like YouTube and Facebook Live.

Watch Janmashtami 2024 Celebration Live From Dwarka

Dwarkadhish Temple Midnight Celebrations

The most awaited moment on Krishna Janmashtami is the midnight celebration, which marks the birth of Lord Krishna. The atmosphere in the temple is divine, with the sound of conch shells, ringing bells, and chanting of mantras and bhajans, filling the air with devotion and joy. The idol of Dwarkadhish is bathed, adorned in new clothes, and worshipped with offerings of sweets, fruits, and flowers.

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