Lakshagraha
The Legendary Palace of Lac | Mahabharata Site Near Hastinapur
Mythological Story
According to the epic Mahabharata, Duryodhana and his uncle Shakuni planned a conspiracy to kill the Pandavas.
They built a palace made of lac (wax and flammable materials) in order to burn it and trap the Pandavas inside.
Escape of the Pandavas
Vidura secretly warned the Pandavas about the dangerous plan.
They escaped through an underground tunnel before the palace was set on fire, saving their lives.
Historical & Tourism Importance
Hastinapur is located about 35 km from Meerut city in Uttar Pradesh.
It attracts history lovers, pilgrims, and devotees interested in Mahabharata history.
Present Day Site
Today, Lakshagraha is a protected historical mound believed to mark the location of the ancient palace.
It remains an important part of the Mahabharata heritage circuit.