Kingdom of the Mahabharata
Madra
मद्र
Maternal kingdom of Nakula and Sahadeva
Madra (Northwest India, Punjab region): Maternal kingdom of Nakula and Sahadeva, located at coordinates 32.49°N, 74.53°E.
Key Facts
| Type | Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit name | मद्र |
| Coordinates | 32.49°N, 74.53°E |
| Modern location | Northwest India, Punjab region |
| Significance | Maternal kingdom of Nakula and Sahadeva |
About Madra
The kingdom ruled by Shalya, Madri's brother. Nakula and Sahadeva's maternal kingdom. Its capital Sagala is identified with modern Sialkot, Punjab.
Why it matters: Maternal kingdom of Nakula and Sahadeva
Rulers and Custodians
- Shalya
- Madri's father
Details
- Capital
- Sagala or Sakala (modern Sialkot)
- Role
- Shalya was tricked into fighting for Kauravas
On the Map
Madra
Madra sits at 32.49°N, 74.53°E, in Northwest India, Punjab region.
View on the full mapEvents at Madra
- Shalya TrickedYear -14Shalya, the king of Madra and Pandavas' uncle, is tricked by Duryodhana into fighting for the Kauravas.