Q. What was the ancient name of Mathura?
Answer: Madhuvan
Notes: The ancient name of Mathura was Madhuvan, meaning forest of Madhu. It appears in Hindu scriptures like Mahabharata and Bhagavata Purana and is closely linked to Lord Krishna, emphasizing Mathura’s cultural and religious significance in Indian heritage.
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