Kurukshetra district, Administrative district in Ambala division, India
The Kurukshetra district spans 1530 square kilometers in northern Haryana, encompassing four administrative subdivisions and numerous religious landmarks along its territory.
The district, formed in 1973 from Karnal district, holds deep connections to ancient Indian history as the location of events described in the Mahabharata epic.
The district maintains strong Hindu traditions with temples, educational centers focusing on Vedic studies, and regular celebrations of religious texts through festivals.
Visitors reach the district through Kurukshetra Junction railway station on the Delhi-Kalka line, with additional connectivity through nearby Chandigarh airport.
Archaeological excavations at Karn ka Tila reveal multiple layers of civilization remains, including artifacts from the Indus-Saraswati Valley period.
Location: Ambala division
Capital city: Kurukshetra
Website: http://kurukshetra.gov.in/
Shares border with: Ambala district, Kaithal district, Karnal district
Website: http://kurukshetra.gov.in
GPS coordinates: 29.97000,76.85000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:29
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