Deeply revered and seeped in Hindu Mythology, the Kurukshetra district in Haryana is one of the oldest cities in India. Many dynasties have ruled over this region with reverence and it is also known to have been a centre of learning during the mighty Maurya Empire. Birth place of the Bhagwad Gita, Kurukshetra has witnessed India through various stages of prosperity and is best known for being the region where the war in the Indian epic, Mahabharata, is said to have taken place. Also known to be the cradle of civilisation itself through the Hindu mythology; this district is one of the holiest places in India and is dotted with various interesting folklore and legends. Here are some riveting destinations of Kurukshetra.
