Historical Site of the Mahabharata
Vinashana
विनशन
Disappearance point of the Saraswati
Vinashana (Edge of the Thar desert near the Ghaggar terminus, Rajasthan): Disappearance point of the Saraswati, located at coordinates 29.00°N, 74.00°E.
Key Facts
| Type | Historical Site |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit name | विनशन |
| Coordinates | 29.00°N, 74.00°E |
| Modern location | Edge of the Thar desert near the Ghaggar terminus, Rajasthan |
| Significance | Disappearance point of the Saraswati |
About Vinashana
The place where the Saraswati vanishes into the desert sands, said to hide herself out of disdain for the lands beyond. Balarama began his riverine pilgrimage here (Shalya Parva), and it marked the western limit of the holy Kurukshetra country.
Why it matters: Disappearance point of the Saraswati
Details
- Parva
- Shalya and Vana Parvas
On the Map
Vinashana
Vinashana sits at 29.00°N, 74.00°E, in Edge of the Thar desert near the Ghaggar terminus, Rajasthan.
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