Kans Quila, Mathura
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Kans Quila is a fortified castle located in Mathura, India. The fort is named after "Kansa", a king who lived around 5500 BC, in the ancient city of Mathura, India. Kansa was the maternal uncle of Krishna, a Hindu deity. The fort is believed to be from the age of Mahabharata, about 5500 BC. It is situated on the northern banks of the Yamuna River. The fort is also known as the Old Fort or Purana Quila. ()
Coordinates: 27°30'27"N, 77°40'55"E
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Near Swami GhatMathura
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Getting there by public transportation
Public transportation stops near this location
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- Calculate routeShri Krishna Janam Asthan 18 min walk
- Calculate routeBhuteshwar 25 min walk
- Calculate routeMasani 26 min walk
- Calculate routeMathura Cantonment 30 min walk
- Calculate routeNew bus station 30 min walk
Day trips
Kans Quila – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Government Museum, Kesava Deo Temple, Jama Masjid, Dwarkadheesh temple Mathura.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Kans Quila?
Nearby attractions include Jama Masjid, Mathura (5 min walk), Dwarkadheesh temple Mathura, Mathura (7 min walk), Aram Bagh, Mathura (10 min walk), Yūpa, Mathura (14 min walk).
How to get to Kans Quila by public transport?
The nearest stations to Kans Quila:
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- Shri Krishna Janam Asthan (18 min walk)
- Bhuteshwar (25 min walk)
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- New bus station (30 min walk)
Uttar Pradesh