India Mint Stamp
Lokith Philately
Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Gujarat
Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Gujarat
Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers
Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers
Date of issue: 16.07.1984
Date of issue: 16.07.1984
Pin code: 361335
Pin code: 361335
Status: Active
Status: Active
PO Name: Dwarka
PO Name: Dwarka
Description: Dwarka is one of the seven most ancient cities in the country. It was the dwelling place of Lord Krishna. Moreover, Dwarka is one of seven most holy places for Hindus in India. The city derives its name from word dvar, meaning door or gate in Sanskrit. Dwarka is also the site of Dvaraka Pitha, one of the four cardinal mathas established by Adi Shankara. The cancellation depicts Dwarkadhish Temple.
Description: Dwarka is one of the seven most ancient cities in the country. It was the dwelling place of Lord Krishna. Moreover, Dwarka is one of seven most holy places for Hindus in India. The city derives its name from word dvar, meaning door or gate in Sanskrit. Dwarka is also the site of Dvaraka Pitha, one of the four cardinal mathas established by Adi Shankara. The cancellation depicts Dwarkadhish Temple.
Writeup Source: Rediscovery of India through Pictorial Cancellations book by India Post