Dwarka
The Dwarkadhish Temple — one of the four sacred dhams of Hinduism — is the spiritual heart of Dwarka and one of the most important Vishnu temples in India. The 12th-century five-storeyed shrine rises 51.8 metres above the Arabian Sea coast, built over the site of the original palace of Lord Krishna, and its twin flags atop the shikhara change three times daily. The atmosphere of live chanting, flower offerings, and the sound of the sea outside makes this one of the most immersive temple experiences in the country.
Visit for the Janmashtami celebration if you can — the temple transforms overnight and the celebrations are extraordinary. Non-Hindus may enter the outer courtyard but not the inner sanctum. Photography inside is restricted.