Setting
Between Gomti Dwarka & Bet Dwarka, sea-level coast
॥ ॐ नमः शिवाय नागेश्वराय ॥
Nageshwar Jyotirlinga
नागों के स्वामी। दशम ज्योतिर्लिंग।
The Lord of Serpents — tenth of the twelve Jyotirlingas, on the western tip of Saurashtra between Gomti Dwarka and Bet Dwarka. Here Lord Shiva freed his devotee Supriya from the demon Daruka and established his eternal abode near the sacred city of Dwarka. The temple is famed for its colossal 82-foot statue of Shiva in meditation. Plan your darshan, the Shiva-Krishna twin pilgrimage with Dwarka, stays, travel and verified guides.
Jyotirlinga darshan 82-ft Shiva statue Kaal Sarp & Nag Dosh Senior & NRI friendly
Lord Shiva as Nageshwarनागेश्वर ज्योतिर्लिंगॐ नमः शिवाय नागेश्वरायHar Har Mahadev
10
Of 12 Jyotirlingas
82 ft
Shiva statue
17 km
From Dwarka
नागेश्वर · The Lord of Serpents
The tenth of the twelve Jyotirlingas
Presiding deities: Lord Shiva as Nageshwar — the Lord of Serpents — as a Swayambhu (self-manifested) Linga in an underground sanctum, with Goddess Parvati as Nageshwari.
ॐ नमः शिवाय नागेश्वराय
Nageshwar is revered as the tenth Jyotirlinga. According to the Shiva Purana, a devout Shiva bhakta named Supriya was imprisoned by the demon Daruka and his wife Daruki in their underwater city. Supriya kept chanting “Om Namah Shivaya” and inspired his fellow prisoners to worship Shiva. Pleased by this unwavering devotion, Lord Shiva appeared, destroyed the demons, and established himself here as Nageshwar — and the temple’s underground sanctum symbolises that legend. The name means “Lord of Serpents”, and devotees believe darshan here brings relief from sarpa dosha, Rahu–Ketu afflictions and the Kaal Sarp yoga. Because the shrine sits near Krishna’s Dwarka, most pilgrims pair it with Dwarkadhish darshan — the Shiva–Krishna twin yatra of Saurashtra.
Sanctum
Swayambhu Linga in an underground sanctum
Landmark
82-ft (25 m) meditating Shiva statue
Footfall
~20 lakh pilgrims a year
History & heritage
An ancient shrine, a modern landmark
The Nageshwar shrine is of ancient origin, named in the traditional dwadasha-jyotirlinga stotra recited daily by devotees across India. While its historical patronage is less documented than that of the larger Jyotirlingas, the temple has been sustained for centuries through local devotion and trust management on the Saurashtra coast, close to the Krishna pilgrimage circuit of Dwarka.
The temple’s most recognisable feature is the colossal 82-foot (25 m) statue of Lord Shiva in Dhyan Mudra (meditation posture), set in the open-air garden surrounding the shrine and visible from a considerable distance. Built with modern materials and funded by devotee donations during major renovations in the 2000s, it has become the symbol of Nageshwar. The shrine is maintained by a private temple trust in coordination with the Devbhumi Dwarka district administration.
Tenth of 12 Jyotirlingas82-ft meditating Shiva statueUnderground Swayambhu sanctumNear Krishna’s Dwarka (17 km)
Darshan & rituals
Aarti at the underground sanctum
The temple opens with the Mangala Aarti at 5:00 AM and closes at 9:00 PM, with morning and evening darshan windows. Pilgrims descend into the underground sanctum for darshan of the Swayambhu Linga, then offer prayers at the open-air giant Shiva statue in the garden.
Darshan
| Mangala Aarti | 5:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Morning darshan | 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Evening darshan | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Shayan Aarti | 9:00 PM |
Timings are indicative and change on Mahashivratri, Shravan Mondays, Nag Panchami and other festival days, when crowds are large. Always confirm before travel — message us and we will share the latest schedule and the best darshan arrangements for your dates.
Dress code & what to carry
Modest traditional attire is recommended — dhoti-kurta or trousers with a shirt for men; saree, salwar-kameez or churidar for women. Shorts and sleeveless tops are discouraged, and footwear is removed before entering. Photography is prohibited inside the underground sanctum but permitted in the outer garden, near the massive Shiva statue and in the temple grounds.
Festival calendar
The great festivals of Nageshwar
As the Lord of Serpents beside Krishna’s Dwarka, Nageshwar keeps both Shaiva festivals and the serpent-worship of Nag Panchami. These are the grandest days to be at the shrine — plan and book early.
Nageshwar festivals
- February / MarchMahashivratri The grandest celebration — night-long abhishekam of the underground lingam.
- July / AugustShravan Somvars Somvar vrats and special pujas; pilgrims combine darshan with Dwarka.
- July / AugustNag Panchami Special significance as the “Lord of Serpents” — remedies for sarpa / kaal sarp dosha.
- AugustJanmashtami Celebrated together with Dwarkadhish — the Shiva–Krishna twin pilgrimage of Saurashtra.
- NovemberKartik Purnima A major bathing and pilgrimage day on the Gujarat coast.
- October / NovemberDiwali The temple and the giant Shiva statue are illuminated.
Lunar tithis for some snan are confirmed nearer the time. Message us for the latest schedule.
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Darshan & Aarti access
Guided Jyotirlinga darshan at the underground sanctum and assisted Aarti access, even on busy festival days.
Sarpa & Kaal Sarp puja
Pandit-led puja for sarpa dosha, Rahu–Ketu and Kaal Sarp shanti at the Lord of Serpents.
Dwarka twin pilgrimage
A guided Shiva–Krishna circuit — Dwarkadhish, Bet Dwarka, Gomti Ghat and Rukmini Devi with Nageshwar.
Stays & dharamshalas
Hotels near Nageshwar, Dwarka town lodges, Trust guest houses and the Gujarat Tourism hotel in Dwarka.
Travel & transfers
Trains to Dwarka (17 km), flights to Jamnagar or Porbandar, and door-to-door transfers, paced for comfort.
Senior, NRI & solo-women care
Help with the descent to the sanctum, slower pacing, a coordinator throughout and timezone-friendly planning for NRIs.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Nageshwar darshan timings?
The Mangala Aarti is at 5:00 AM, morning darshan runs 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM, evening darshan from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and the temple closes at 9:00 PM. Timings shift on Mahashivratri, Shravan Mondays and Nag Panchami when crowds are large — message us for the latest schedule for your dates.
Where is Nageshwar Jyotirlinga and how do I reach it?
Nageshwar is in the Devbhumi Dwarka district of Gujarat, about 17 km from Dwarka town between Gomti Dwarka and Bet Dwarka. The nearest railway is Dwarka (17 km), and the nearest airports are Porbandar (93 km), Jamnagar (137 km) and Rajkot (217 km). We arrange trains, flights and door-to-door transfers, usually combined with Dwarka.
Is Nageshwar good for Kaal Sarp and Nag Dosh puja?
Yes. As the “Lord of Serpents”, Nageshwar holds special significance for sarpa dosha, Rahu–Ketu afflictions and Kaal Sarp yoga, and Nag Panchami (Jul/Aug) is especially auspicious. We can arrange a pandit-led sankalp and puja during your darshan — message us with your details.
Can I visit Nageshwar and Dwarka together?
Absolutely — most pilgrims do the Shiva–Krishna twin yatra of Saurashtra, combining Nageshwar with Dwarkadhish Temple (17 km), Bet Dwarka, Gomti Ghat and the Rukmini Devi Temple. Somnath, the first Jyotirlinga, is 233 km away and can be added as a longer Gujarat circuit. We plan the itinerary and transfers for you.
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