Allahabad

One of the oldest cities of the world Allahabad is situated at the bank of Ganga River and the famous Sangam point of Ganga, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati Rives meet among each other. At a span of every twelve year city host Maha Kumbh Mela (a largest religious gathering of Hindus) and Ardh Kumbh Mela in every six year. Except Sangam other tourist attractions in Allahabad are Allahabad Fort, Patalpuri Temple and Akshaya Vat, Anand Bhawan, Swaraj Bhawan, Khusrau Bagh, Hanuman Mandir, Allahabad Museum and other nearby places. Allahabad is very well connected to the other part of the country. The nearest airports are Varanasi (147 km) Lucknow (210 km). Allahabad is situated on the Delhi-Calcutta route and can be reached from any part of India by rail or bus. The hotel accommodation facilities are very comfortable and city houses all categories of hotels from luxury hotels to budget hotels.

The spiritual and religious city of India Allahabad is well known for the meeting point of three holy rivers Ganga, Yanuma and mythical Saraswati. This point is called Sangam and it is the sacred pilgrimages of Allahabad. The world biggest fair Kumbha Mela anf Ardh Kumbha Mela held at every twelve and six years, respectively in Allahabad. During kumbha mela lakhs of pious and hindu pilgrims take bath in the sacred Sangam to gain merits. Due to its religious importance and historical relevance Allahabad is one of the popular tourist destinations in India. The St. Cathedral, Ram Lalla, Holy Trinity church, Jamuna Church, the old public library, Allahabad Museum and Ranipur wildlife Sanctuary are some important tourist attractions of Allahabad. Allahabad is very well connected to the other parts of country through train and bus services. The nearest airport is Lucknow. Best time to visit Allahabad is between September to March.

Allahabad University in Allahabad India

Allahabad Fort in Allahabad India

Anand Bhawan in Allahabad India