Kans Qila

Kans Qila

Ruined riverside fort in central Mathura linked by legend to King Kansa, with views over the ghats.

Standing on the Yamuna riverbank in central Mathura, Kans Qila is the historic fort associated with the tyrant king Kansa, Krishna's maternal uncle. Built over an ancient site during the Mughal period, it offers sweeping views of the river and ghats, making it both a significant mythological landmark and a scenic viewpoint.

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