Kahandav
Kahandav is a term that appears in ancient Indian texts, particularly in the Mahabharata, referring to a vast, desolate forest. It is often described as a dangerous and inhospitable region, characterized by its dryness, lack of water, and the presence of fearsome creatures. The forest is significant in the epic narrative as the site of several important events and encounters.
In the Mahabharata, the Pandavas, on their exile, are often depicted as traversing or residing in parts
The burning of Kahandav is described as a momentous occasion, with significant mythological and symbolic interpretations.