Kingdom of the Mahabharata
Kashi
काशी
Where Bhishma abducted Amba, Ambika, and Ambalika from their svayamvara.
Kashi: Where Bhishma abducted Amba, Ambika, and Ambalika from their svayamvara, located at coordinates 25.31°N, 82.97°E.
Key Facts
| Type | Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit name | काशी |
| Coordinates | 25.31°N, 82.97°E |
| Region | north |
| Significance | Where Bhishma abducted Amba, Ambika, and Ambalika from their svayamvara. |
About Kashi
The great city of Kashi (Varanasi), ruled by the King of Kashi.
Why it matters: Where Bhishma abducted Amba, Ambika, and Ambalika from their svayamvara.
On the Map
Kashi
Kashi sits at 25.31°N, 82.97°E.
View on the full mapEvents at Kashi
- Abduction at KashiYear -80Bhishma abducts Amba, Ambika, and Ambalika from their svayamvara to be brides for Vichitravirya, defeating all kings.