About Kurukshetra
Bhatpara to Kurukshetra distnce : 1686 km
Estimated travel time : 28.3 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 Arjun’s son Abhimanyu’s fort.
Taxi from Bhatpara to Kurukshetra is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Bhatpara to Kurukshetra by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Bhatpara to Kurukshetra distance is 1686 Km and is 28.3 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Kolkata - Bhatpara is a suburb of Kolkata, so you might want to explore the numerous attractions this vibrant city has to offer. Some popular landmarks include the Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, Indian Museum, and the Marble Palace.
2. Murshidabad - Located on the banks of the River Bhagirathi, Murshidabad is known for its historical significance. You can visit attractions like Hazarduari Palace, Imambara, Katra Mosque, and Murshidabad Heritage Park.
3. Patna - If you're open to extending your journey, you can make a stop at Patna, the capital city of Bihar. Here, you can explore attractions like the Golghar, Patna Museum, Gandhi Maidan, Mahavir Mandir, and the Patna Sahib Gurudwara.
4. Varanasi - Another major city along the way is Varanasi, which is considered the spiritual capital of India. You can spend a day or two exploring the ghats along the River Ganges, visiting temples like the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, and experiencing the vibrant culture and rituals.
5. Allahabad - Situated at the confluence of the Ganges and Yamuna rivers, Allahabad is known for its religious and historical significance. Attractions like the Triveni Sangam, Allahabad Fort, Anand Bhawan, and Khusro Bagh are worth a visit.
6. Mathura - Located in the state of Uttar Pradesh, Mathura is considered the birthplace of Lord Krishna. You can explore revered temples like the Krishna Janmasthan Temple, Dwarkadhish Temple, and Vishram Ghat.
7. Kurukshetra - Finally, you will reach Kurukshetra, which is a holy city in Haryana. It is associated with the ancient epic Mahabharata and is believed to be the place where the epic battle of Kurukshetra took place. You can visit landmarks like the Brahma Sarovar, Jyotisar, and Bhishma Kund, among others.
