River of the Mahabharata
Sarayu
सरयू
Holy river of Kosala and the Rama legend
Sarayu: Holy river of Kosala and the Rama legend, located at coordinates 26.85°N, 82.40°E.
Key Facts
| Type | River |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit name | सरयू |
| Coordinates | 26.85°N, 82.40°E |
| Significance | Holy river of Kosala and the Rama legend |
About Sarayu
The river of Kosala flowing past Ayodhya, counted among the holy rivers in the epic's tirtha and geography chapters, and the scene of the Ikshvaku legends retold in the Ramopakhyana.
Why it matters: Holy river of Kosala and the Rama legend
Details
- Point
- Near Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh
- Parva
- Bhishma Parva river-lists; Ramopakhyana
On the Map
Sarayu
Sarayu sits at 26.85°N, 82.40°E.
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