Book Jaunpur to Kurukshetra Cab
Jaunpur to Kurukshetra distnce : 937 km
Estimated travel time : 13.5 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.
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Jaunpur to Kurukshetra Cab Route
Jaunpur to Kurukshetra by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Jaunpur to Kurukshetra distance is 937 Km and is 13.5 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Allahabad - Known for its religious and historical significance, Allahabad is a popular stopover on this route. Visitors can explore attractions like the Sangam (confluence of Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers), Allahabad Fort, Khusro Bagh, and Anand Bhawan.
2. Varanasi - Considered one of the holiest cities in India, Varanasi is a must-visit stopover. The city offers spiritual experiences with its numerous temples and ghats along the Ganges. The Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Dashashwamedh Ghat, Sarnath, and boat rides on the Ganges are major attractions here.
3. Prayagraj - Formerly known as Allahabad, Prayagraj is another significant city en route. It hosts the Kumbh Mela, a grand Hindu festival held every 12 years. The Triveni Sangam, Allahabad High Court, and Allahabad Museum are worth exploring.
4. Kanpur - Kanpur is a major industrial and commercial hub in Uttar Pradesh. Visitors can visit the Kanpur Memorial Church, Allen Forest Zoo, Shri Radhakrishna Temple (J.K. Temple), and the Kanpur Sangrahalaya Museum.
5. Agra - Though slightly off the direct route, Agra is a popular tourist destination near the Jaunpur-Kurukshetra route. The iconic Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri attract tourists from all around the world.
6. Mathura - Another detour from the main route, Mathura is a sacred city for Hindus as it is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna. The Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple and Dwarkadhish Temple are major attractions here.
7. Kurukshetra - Finally, reaching the destination, Kurukshetra offers several pilgrimage sites and historical landmarks. It is believed to be the ancient battlefield of the Mahabharata. Visitors can explore attractions like the Brahma Sarovar, Jyotisar, Bhishma Kund, and Kalpana Chawla Planetarium.
