Thanesar, Sacred pilgrimage center in Kurukshetra district, India
Located 160 kilometers northwest of Delhi, Thanesar sits at an elevation of 232 meters along ancient trade routes in Haryana state.
The city served as the capital of King Harsha's empire from 606 to 647 CE before being captured by Mahmud of Ghazni in 1011.
The Sthaneshwar Mahadev Temple attracts thousands of Hindu pilgrims who gather at its reservoir during solar eclipses for ceremonial bathing.
Thanesar connects to major cities through regular bus services and railway lines, with accommodation options ranging from budget hotels to religious guesthouses.
Archaeological excavations at Harsh ka Tila revealed Painted Grey Ware artifacts and Red Polished Ware dating back to early settlement periods.
Location: Kurukshetra district
Elevation above the sea: 232 m
GPS coordinates: 29.97506,76.83094
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:12
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