About Kurukshetra
Ambur to Kurukshetra distnce : 2415 km
Estimated travel time : 41.3 hours
Kurukshetra is the most popular city for tourism. Kurukshetra, also known as Dharmakshetra or Land of Bhagavad Gita is an important Hindu pilgrimage destination. Town is surrounded by several important Hindu Pilgrimage sites.
Kurukshetra is also known as land of Mahabharata and is located in state of Haryana ,India. Kurukshetra is land of historical and religious importance. It is the place where battle of Mahabharata was fought and Lord Krishna gave Arjuna a fair knowledge of the philosophy of karma in Jyotisar, a place near to kurukshetra. Kurukshetra was also called Thanesar or Sthaneswar, meaning 'place of God'. This town is famous for temples, lakes, museums and evidences of pre-harrappan and harppan civilizations also found here. Kurukshetra is surrounded by several religious places. According to Hindu mythology, the 48 kos Parikrama refers to roughly 90 km Parikrama around this holy town Parikrama is considered as complete if pilgrimage to all these sites on foot. Major attractions of town are Brahma sarovar, Sri krishna museum, Jyotisar etc. Other important place near kurukshetra is village town called Amin. It houses remains of a fort which is believed to be Arjunโs son Abhimanyuโs fort.
Taxi from Ambur to Kurukshetra is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Ambur to Kurukshetra by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Ambur to Kurukshetra distance is 2415 Km and is 41.3 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Vellore - Vellore is located about 50 km from Ambur and is known for its historical significance. The Vellore Fort and Jalakandeswarar Temple are popular attractions here.
2. Tirupattur - Tirupattur is about 30 km from Ambur and is famous for the Jalagandeeswarar Temple. Visitors can also explore the Ponnaiyar Dam and explore the scenic beauty of the surrounding areas.
3. Krishnagiri - Located about 100 km from Ambur, Krishnagiri is known for its natural beauty and agriculture. The Krishnagiri Dam and Krishnagiri Fort are popular tourist spots in the town.
4. Bengaluru - If you are willing to take a slight detour, Bengaluru, the capital city of Karnataka, is a vibrant city with many attractions. It is located approximately 250 km from Ambur and offers numerous tourist spots like Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Bangalore Palace, and Cubbon Park.
5. Nandi Hills - Situated around 100 km from Bengaluru, Nandi Hills is a popular hill station known for its scenic beauty. Visitors can enjoy the breathtaking view of the sunrise and sunset from the hilltop.
6. Sri Vasavi Kanyaka Parmeshwari Temple, Mysuru - Located around 135 km from Bengaluru, this temple is dedicated to Goddess Vasavi Kanyaka Parameshwari. It is a popular pilgrimage site for devotees.
7. Yadgirigutta Temple - This renowned temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha is located around 230 km from Bengaluru. It attracts numerous devotees and offers stunning views of the surrounding hills.
8. Kurukshetra - Finally, you will reach Kurukshetra, one of the holiest cities in Hindu mythology. It is known for its association with the Mahabharata and houses various religious sites such as Kurukshetra War Memorial, Brahma Sarovar, and Jyotisar Temple.