Northeast places linked to Ramayana and Mahabharata

Juky23,2025

Mahabharata Connection Locals believe Bhima of the Pandavas carved out this massive stone tunnel-like structure with his mace during their exile.

Bhim Kol, West Karbi Anglong, Assam

Mahabharata Connection Named after Rukmini, Lord Krishna’s consort and the princess of the Bhishmaka kingdom (present-day Arunachal), it's believed Krishna eloped with Rukmini from this region.

Rukmini Nagar, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh

This ancient Vaishnavite temple is believed to be the place where Lord Vishnu, in his Hayagriva avatar, defeated a demon. 

Hayagriva Madhava Temple, Hajo, Assam

Mahabharata Connection A huge stone believed to be lifted and placed by Bhima. The place is associated with their journey through the Northeast during exile.

Bhima Shila, Rani, Assam (near Guwahati)

Mahabharata Connection Said to be the place from where Krishna took Rukmini after her swayamvar, this serene island on the Brahmaputra holds spiritual reverence.

Rukmini Island, Majuli, Assam

Associated with Lord Shiva and worshipped by Ravana, this sacred confluence is believed to have links with events that occurred before Sita’s abduction.

Bhairabkunda, Udalguri, Assam

Legends tell of Hanuman’s flight over these highlands while carrying the Sanjeevani herb to save Lakshman, highlighting the deep-rooted mythical impressions across the Himalayas.

Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh

Local Khasi legends merge with Ramayana narratives, suggesting Sita once wandered in these verdant valleys during her captivity under Ravana.

Nongkhnum Island, Meghalaya