Kingdom of the Mahabharata
Kulinda
कुलिन्द
First conquest of Arjuna's northern campaign
Kulinda (Himachal hill country between the Sutlej and Yamuna): First conquest of Arjuna's northern campaign, located at coordinates 31.10°N, 77.17°E.
Key Facts
| Type | Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit name | कुलिन्द |
| Coordinates | 31.10°N, 77.17°E |
| Modern location | Himachal hill country between the Sutlej and Yamuna |
| Significance | First conquest of Arjuna's northern campaign |
About Kulinda
A Himalayan hill kingdom in the Shimla-Sirmaur region conquered by Arjuna at the start of his northern digvijaya (Sabha Parva). Its king Subahu later hosted the Pandavas on their way to the high Himalayas during the exile.
Why it matters: First conquest of Arjuna's northern campaign
Rulers and Custodians
- Subahu
Details
- Hospitality
- Subahu welcomed the Pandavas during their Himalayan trek (Vana Parva)
On the Map
Kulinda
Kulinda sits at 31.10°N, 77.17°E, in Himachal hill country between the Sutlej and Yamuna.
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