River of the Mahabharata
Vaitarani
वैतरणी
Kalinga's holy river visited by the Pandavas
Vaitarani: Kalinga's holy river visited by the Pandavas, located at coordinates 20.77°N, 86.34°E.
Key Facts
| Type | River |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit name | वैतरणी |
| Coordinates | 20.77°N, 86.34°E |
| Significance | Kalinga's holy river visited by the Pandavas |
About Vaitarani
The sacred river of Kalinga where the Pandavas bathed and offered oblations during their pilgrimage, at the spot where the gods themselves were said to have sacrificed (Vana Parva).
Why it matters: Kalinga's holy river visited by the Pandavas
Details
- Point
- Near Jajpur, Odisha
- Parva
- Vana Parva tirtha-yatra with sage Lomasha
On the Map
Vaitarani
Vaitarani sits at 20.77°N, 86.34°E.
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