These 8 Famous Places Of Mahabharata Period Still Exist

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Zee Media Bureau
Jul 23, 2024

Gandhar

Gandhar was a powerful kingdom ruled by Shakuni. Today, its ruins can be found in modern-day Pakistan and northwestern India.

Kurukshetra

Kurukshetra was the site where the battle of the Mahabharata happened. It's now present in the state of Haryana.

Hastinapur

Hastinapur was the capital city of the Kurus, which King Dhritarashtra led during Mahabharata. Its remains can be seen in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Panchal Pradesh

Panchal Pradesh was a kingdom ruled by King Drupada, the father of Draupadi. It can now be traced near Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh and parts of Uttarakhand.

Indraprastha

Indraprastha was the capital city led by the Pandavas. Its remains can be seen in modern-day Delhi.

Vrindavan and Related Places

Vrindavan, Mathura, Gokul, and Barsana were sacred places where Lord Krishna grew up. These are present as a pilgrimage site in Uttar Pradesh attracting millions of visitors

Magadh

Magadh was a powerful kingdom that played an important role in contributing to the battle of Mahabharata. Its remains can be seen in modern-day Bihar.

Kashi

Kashi, also known as Varanasi, was a sacred city and a city of education and culture even during the Mahabharata period. It's still one of the holiest cities in Hinduism, located in Uttar Pradesh.

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