Kingdom of the Mahabharata

Kundinapura

कुंडिनपुर

Rukmini's birthplace

Kundinapura (Vidarbha region, Maharashtra): Rukmini's birthplace, located at coordinates 20.95°N, 78.00°E.

Key Facts

Key facts about Kundinapura
TypeKingdom
Sanskrit nameकुंडिनपुर
Coordinates20.95°N, 78.00°E
Modern locationVidarbha region, Maharashtra
SignificanceRukmini's birthplace

About Kundinapura

The capital of Vidarbha kingdom, ruled by Bhishmaka. Rukmini was his daughter and Krishna married her here. Identified with Kaundinyapur on the Wardha river near Amravati, Maharashtra.

Why it matters: Rukmini's birthplace

Rulers and Custodians

  • Bhishmaka
  • Rukmi

Details

Significance
Rukmini lived here before marriage
Elopement
Krishna took Rukmini away from here

On the Map

Kundinapura

Kundinapura sits at 20.95°N, 78.00°E, in Vidarbha region, Maharashtra.

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Events at Kundinapura

  • Krishna Elopes With RukminiYear -100Krishna takes Rukmini away from her wedding with Shishupala, fulfilling her wish.

Stories Set at Kundinapura

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