During Dussehra, beautifully decorated “Chowkis” (tableau) are taken out from different localities, depicting various scenes from Indian mythology. Dussehra time in Allahabad is an experience, unrivalled by any other in the rest of northern India. Every ‘Chowki’ is decorated tastefully and there is a competitive spirit in bringing out the most beautiful ‘Chowki’.
It starts every year from Makar Sankranti in January and ends at Maha Shivratri in February. This annual religious festival is the small version of Maha kumbh mela and ardh kumbh mela and is also called as mini kumbh mela, which is held after every 12 years. The auspicious Magh Mela is so called as […]
In the ensuing tussle, four drops of this nectar fell on earth at four different places of Haridwar, Prayag (Allahabad), Ujjain and Nashik. The Mela is especially renowned for the presence of an extraordinary array of religious ascetics - sadhus and mahants - enticed from remote hideaways in forests, mountains and caves. One of the […]
Chitrakoot is 132km from Allahabad is a popular Hindu pilgrimage centre. Bathing ghats line the Mandakini River and there are over 30 temples in this town. Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva are believed to have taken their incarnations and Lord Ram has stayed here during his exile. There are many places of religious interest here- Kamadgiri, […]
An archaeological site which is 20 km from Allahabad on the Yamuna River, with remains dating back to 300 B.C. Excavations here have revealed the remains of an ancient fortified city. There is a Museum which exhibits stone and metal seals, coins and terracotta statues dating from Gupta and Mauryan periods.
With its many ashrams and temples, Jhusi (Pratisthanpuri) is a tranquil spot that offers peace of mind to the visitor. It is barely 9 km from Allahabad, and can be reached by taxis, buses, boats, etc.
Kausambi earlier known as Kausam is located 63 km southwest of Allahabad on the way to Chitrakoot. This ancient Buddhist and Jain centre was the capital of the Vatsa king Udayana. This place is traditionally associated with the Mahabharata. The city was once a great Buddhist centre. Lord Buddha is believed to have visited Kaushambi […]
It is About 60 km away is the old fort of Jayachand which is situated on the banks of the Ganges this was once a provincial capital of the Mughals. The landscape of Kara is dotted with ruins that extend up to 3.5 km along the Ganges. Apart from the temple dedicated to Shitala Devi, […]
It was once the capital city of the kingdom of Nishadraj (King of Boatmen). Shringverpur is the best excursion from Allahabad and is a historical site located at a distance of around 40 km from Allahabad. Legend has it that Lord Rama stayed here overnight while going to the forest. Before steering Rama across the […]
The master architects and engineers who were commissioned to build this cathedral brought the materials with them on their long and arduous journey from Italy. The statue of Christ is the cathedral’s most striking feature.
Trinity Church is constructed in 1839 under the supervision of Lieutenant Sharp and architect Major Smith, this is the first church of Allahabad. It contains the tablets of the ‘Mutiny’, the nondescript building attains elegance from its towering graceful spire.
This Park is situated in front of Allahabad museum. The main attraction of this park is big elephant made of stone, a small zoo for the entertainment of children and also the garden full of flowers of different types.
The College was established in 1872. It is designed by William Emerson, this is an excellent mix of Gothic and Indian architectural elements. It Starts Commences in 1874 and opened in 1886, it has an arcade quadrangle which is dominated by a 200 feet minaret tower in cream coloured sandstone from Mirzapur with marble and […]
It is situated near the Thornhill and Myne Memorial. This large hall has a 180-feet high tower. The interior of this memorial hall was ornamented with designs by Professor Gamble of the South Kensington Museum, London. It is Completed in 1879 this hall was meant for public meetings, balls and receptions in commemoration of the […]
Kalyani Devi Temple is one of the Siddhpeeth of Lalita Devi. The present temple is about one hundred years old but the diety is very old. (Also known as Lalita Devi Mandir).
One of the famous Shiv temples near the Saraswati Ghat on the banks of the Yamuna and it comes under the jurisdiction of Jagat Guru Shankracharya.
Jawahar Planetorium Situated beside Anand Bhawan. Can be visited for a celestial trip of the scientific kind. It’s worth every moment. A Celestial journey, which will make your eyes twinkle like the stars.
Shiv kuti is Located on the bank of the river Ganga, it is also known as Kotitirth, and locally as Shiv Kuti. On the bank of river Ganga is ‘Narayani Ashram’. Managed by female ascetics only. There are few good temples in Ashram. In Shravan (July August) month of the Hindu calendar a fair is […]
An artistic if somewhat unusual structure, this mandap is approximately 39 mts. high (130 ft.) with four floors, is near Hanuman temple. It has the idols of Kumari Bhatt, lagadguru, Adi shankaracharya, Kamakshi Devi (with 51 Shaktipeeth around), and Tirupati.
It is on the bank of Ganga and an annual fair is held on occasion of Nag Panchami. Which has a unique statue of Bhismapitamah in a lying posture.