Mathura on the Yamuna is where Vasudeva brings the infant Krishna past Kamsa's prison, and where Krishna later slays Kamsa before founding Dvaraka.
Kamsa's capital; scene of Krishna's childhood return and Kamsa-vadha.
Approximate modern location
Uttar Pradesh
Educational context only — coordinates are approximate traditional placements, not survey GPS.
Kingdom · Shurasena / Yadu
Related people
Sources
- Bhagavata Purana · Skandha 10
- Harivamsha