Kingdom of the Mahabharata
Girivraja
गिरिव्रज
Jarasandha's capital city
Girivraja (Near modern Rajgir, Bihar): Jarasandha's capital city, located at coordinates 25.02°N, 85.42°E.
Key Facts
| Type | Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit name | गिरिव्रज |
| Coordinates | 25.02°N, 85.42°E |
| Modern location | Near modern Rajgir, Bihar |
| Significance | Jarasandha's capital city |
About Girivraja
The capital of Magadha, surrounded by five hills. Here Bhima fought and killed Jarasandha in a wrestling match.
Why it matters: Jarasandha's capital city
Rulers and Custodians
- Jarasandha
- Sahadeva (after)
Details
- Fortification
- Protected by five hills (Pancha Parvata)
- Prison
- 86 kings held captive for sacrifice
On the Map
Girivraja
Girivraja sits at 25.02°N, 85.42°E, in Near modern Rajgir, Bihar.
View on the full mapEvents at Girivraja
- Jarasandha's DeathYear -27Bhima wrestles and kills Emperor Jarasandha of Magadha in single combat, tearing him apart, enabling Yudhishthira's Rajasuya.