Mountain of the Mahabharata
Deogiri
देवगिरि
Sahadeva's conquest
Deogiri (Western India, Maharashtra): Sahadeva's conquest, located at coordinates 19.90°N, 75.25°E.
Key Facts
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit name | देवगिरि |
| Coordinates | 19.90°N, 75.25°E |
| Modern location | Western India, Maharashtra |
| Significance | Sahadeva's conquest |
About Deogiri
The mountain fortress where Sahadeva defeated the demon king Narakasura and obtained his celestial weapons.
Why it matters: Sahadeva's conquest
Rulers and Custodians
- Narakasura
- Sahadeva
Details
- Fortress
- Impregnable mountain fortress
- Treasure
- Contained celestial weapons and treasures
On the Map
Deogiri
Deogiri sits at 19.90°N, 75.25°E, in Western India, Maharashtra.
View on the full mapEvents at Deogiri
- Sahadeva Conquers SouthYear -29During the Rajasuya campaign, Sahadeva conquers the southern kingdoms including the impregnable Deogiri fortress.