Historical Capitals of the World

Kaundanyapur

Country: India

Region: Asia

Period: ~1100BCE–~500BCE

Location: 20.98°N, 78.14°E

Description

Kundinapuri was the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Vidarbha, located in present-day Maharashtra, India. This kingdom, which existed during the early medieval period, played an important role in the history of the Deccan region, and Kundinapuri was a prominent urban center for trade, culture, and administration.

Modern Remains

Today, the exact location of Kundinapuri is debated, but it is believed to be near the present-day city of Nagpur or somewhere in the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra. Archaeological finds in the region, including inscriptions and remnants of ancient settlements, help link the area to the historical Kingdom of Vidarbha. The legacy of Kundinapuri lives on in the region’s culture and historical identity.

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