7 places from the Mahabharat that you can visit during summer vacation
7 places from the Mahabharat that you can visit during summer vacation
Mahabharat is an epic that tells the story of the Pandavas and Kauravas. The Bhagavad Gita, a holy book in Hinduism, is a part of the Mahabharat. The epic has mentions of several places, and you can visit some of those even today. Here are some of the places from the Mahabharat that you can visit.
7 places from the Mahabharat that you can visit during summer vacation
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Kurukshetra (Haryana): The battlefield of the epic Mahabharata, Kurukshetra, is where the great war was fought between the Pandavas and the Kauravas. Today, it’s a spiritual and historical city, featuring places like Brahma Sarovar, Jyotisar (where Krishna delivered the Bhagavad Gita) and several ancient temples and museums.
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Hastinapur (Uttar Pradesh): The capital of the Kauravas, Hastinapur, is an ancient town filled with mythological relevance. You can visit sites like Pandeshwar Temple, Draupadi Ghat, and Karna Temple. The city also has a strong Jain heritage and offers a peaceful retreat.
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Badrinath (Uttarakhand): Mentioned in many Puranic stories and epics, Badrinath was visited by the Pandavas on their way to heaven. It’s one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites, nestled in the Himalayas, and ideal for a summer escape.
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Indraprastha (Delhi): Believed to be the grand capital built by the Pandavas, Indraprastha is linked to present-day Delhi. Though the exact ruins may be elusive, places like Purana Qila are linked to its history. Delhi also offers a mix of mythology, Mughal architecture, and modernity.
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Dwarka (Gujarat): Dwarka was the kingdom of Lord Krishna. Visit the Dwarkadhish Temple and take a ferry to Bet Dwarka. The submerged remains of the ancient city have been explored underwater, adding a layer of archaeological intrigue to its spiritual charm.
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Mathura & Vrindavan (Uttar Pradesh): Mathura, the birthplace of Lord Krishna, and nearby Vrindavan, where he spent his childhood, are deeply connected to the Mahabharata through Krishna’s role. People can visit iconic places like the Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple, Banke Bihari Temple and the serene Yamuna ghats.
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Ekachakra (West Bengal): Ekachakra is the village where the Pandavas stayed during their exile after escaping the Lakshagriha (house of lac). It is most famous for the episode where Bhima killed the demon Bakasura to save the village from his terror. Located in Birbhum district, Ekachakra is also associated with Lord Nityananda, a prominent figure in the Bhakti movement.
