About Kurukshetra
Sumerpur Rajasthan to Kurukshetra distnce : 765 km
Estimated travel time : 12.4 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 Sumerpur Rajasthan to Kurukshetra is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Sumerpur Rajasthan to Kurukshetra by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Sumerpur Rajasthan to Kurukshetra distance is 765 Km and is 12.4 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Karnal - Located about 40 km from Kurukshetra, Karnal is famous for its historical attractions like Karnal Fort, Kalander Shah's Tomb, and Dargah Nuri. It is also known for its lush green fields and famous roadside dhabas.
2. Panipat - Panipat is known for its historical significance as it was the site of three major battles in Indian history. The Panipat War Memorial, Tomb of Ibrahim Lodi, and Kabuli Bagh Mosque are popular attractions here.
3. Delhi - If you have time, you can plan a detour to explore Delhi, the capital city of India. Visit popular tourist attractions like India Gate, Qutub Minar, Red Fort, and Jama Masjid.
4. Jaipur - Rajasthan's capital city, Jaipur, is known for its rich history and vibrant culture. Some of the popular attractions here include Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Amer Fort, Jantar Mantar, and Nahargarh Fort.
5. Ajmer - Located around 550 km from Kurukshetra, Ajmer is famous for the Ajmer Sharif Dargah, a Sufi shrine dedicated to Moinuddin Chishti. It is considered a sacred place and attracts pilgrims from all over the world.
6. Pushkar - Situated close to Ajmer, Pushkar is a popular Hindu pilgrimage site and is famous for the Pushkar Camel Fair, which is held annually. The Brahma Temple and Pushkar Lake are major attractions here.
7. Jodhpur - Jodhpur, also known as the Blue City, is famous for its majestic Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace, and vibrant local markets.
8. Udaipur - The City of Lakes, Udaipur, is renowned for its beautiful palaces, lakes, and intricate architecture. City Palace, Lake Pichola, Jag Mandir, and Saheliyon ki Bari are some of the must-visit attractions in Udaipur.