Kingdom of the Mahabharata
Surasena
शूरसेन
Ancestral Yadava kingdom of Krishna and Kunti
Surasena (Braj region around Mathura, Uttar Pradesh): Ancestral Yadava kingdom of Krishna and Kunti, located at coordinates 27.30°N, 77.55°E.
Key Facts
| Type | Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit name | शूरसेन |
| Coordinates | 27.30°N, 77.55°E |
| Modern location | Braj region around Mathura, Uttar Pradesh |
| Significance | Ancestral Yadava kingdom of Krishna and Kunti |
About Surasena
The Yadava homeland around Mathura on the Yamuna. King Shura of this line was the father of Vasudeva and of Pritha (Kunti), making Surasena the ancestral kingdom of both Krishna and the Pandavas' mother.
Why it matters: Ancestral Yadava kingdom of Krishna and Kunti
Rulers and Custodians
- Shura
- Ugrasena
- Kamsa
Details
- Lineage
- Kunti was born here before her adoption by Kuntibhoja
On the Map
Surasena
Surasena sits at 27.30°N, 77.55°E, in Braj region around Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.
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