About
The holy city where the epic Mahabharata battle was fought and the Bhagavad Gita was narrated by Lord Krishna to Arjuna. Brahma Sarovar (one of the world's largest sacred tanks), Jyotisar, and 48 kos parikrama draw pilgrims year-round.
Must-see highlights
Brahma Sarovar sacred tank (largest in India)
Jyotisar (where Krishna recited the Bhagavad Gita)
Mahabharata Panorama museum
Solar eclipse bathing fair at Sarovar
Sthaneshwar Mahadev Temple
Birla Gita Mandir
Sheikh Chilli's Tomb (17th c.)
Kurukshetra University museum
Bhadrakali Temple (Shakti Peetha)
Krishna Museum & galleries
Phalgu Tirtha sacred kund
Dharohar tourism park
On the map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Kurukshetra Junction 0km · Chandigarh Airport 90km
Nearby attractions
Brahma SarovarJyotisarSthaneshwar Mahadev TempleKurukshetra Panorama MuseumSheikh Chehli's Tomb
How to get here
Delhi → Kurukshetra
train · 2.5h
₹150
approx.
Delhi → Kurukshetra
bus · 3h
₹180
approx.
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October – March
Nearest Transport
Kurukshetra Junction0 km
Chandigarh Airport90 km
Stay Options
budget₹500/night
mid₹1,400/night
luxury₹3,500/night
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