Kurukshetra town is the headquarters of the district of the same name in Haryana state, and lies about 160 km. north of Delhi. Kurukshetra is a place of great significance to Hindus, as it is believed that the great Mahabharata took place here. It was in the Kurukshetra battleground  that Bhagavat Gita, one of the holiest among the Hindu scriptures, was narrated.In fact, the Bhagawat Gita starts with a mention to this place, which is described as a Dharmakshetra or the centre of justice and righteousness. The ancient city of Kurukshetra has a variety of places that hold historical interest and religious importance. To start with, there are about 360 tirthas or holy waters that include lakes, tanks and wells.The Prithudaka or Prithu's pool is of great significance, and dates back to the time of the Rig Veda, in which it is mentioned that the king Prithu, after