Hastinapur, Meerut

About Hastinapur

Located in the city of Meerut, Hastinapur is a city that has witnessed the great war of Mahabharata, the story of rivalry between brothers of the same family, the supremacy of Lord Krishna and the advent of Kali Yuga. The city is situated on the banks of river Ganges and Hastinapur is an important place of worship for Jains as it is the place where three Jain Tirthankaras took birth. The city has survived for centuries, but at the same time has retained the strength of the legend.

Interesting facts about Hastinapur

1. Hastinapur is considered one of the holiest places for both Hindus and Jains. It is believed to be the birthplace of three Jain Tirthankaras.
2. After winning the war of Mahabharata from Kauravas, Pandavas ruled it.
3. According to the Mahabharata, 100 Kaurava brothers were born in this city to Queen Gandhari, the wife of King Dhritarashtra.
4. Hastinapur is spread over sites related to Mahabharata like Vidur Tila, Pandaveshwar Temple, Baradri, Dronadeshwar Temple, Karna Temple, Draupadi Ghat and Kama Ghat etc.
5. Apart from being famous for holy places and historical palaces, Hastinapur is also known for its wildlife attractions.

How to reach Hastinapur

By Air:-The nearest airport to Hastinapur is Delhi's IGI Airport. It is 136 km away you can go by taxi.

By Rail:- Meerut city railway station is 35 km away from Hastinair, you can easily reach there by booking a cab.

By Road:- You can easily reach Hastinapur by public means like rickshaw, auto or bus.

Nearby famous places

• Wildlife Sanctuary 3 km away
• Ashtapad 2 km away
• Jambudweep Jain Tirth 2 km away
• Bhai Dharam Singh Gurudwara 3 km away
• Bada Digambar Jain Mandir 1 km away