Kanpur is an important industrial center of Uttar Pradesh, which is located on the shores of river Ganga.
The city is big and has great historical, commercial and religious importance. It has played an important part in the freedom struggle of India.
Kanpur is famous for leather good, textile, and beautiful monuments and temples.
The name is believed to have derived from Karnapur (meaning "town of Karna", one of the heroes of the Mahabharata).
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Boodha Bargad
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The name Boodha Bargad literally means an Old Banyan and is an important historical monument in Kanpur. The tree is dead but the memorial can still be found at Nana Rao Park. The place was the center of the revolution of 1857 and was the place where 144 of Indian revolutionaries were hanged.
The name Boodha Bargad literally means an Old Banyan and is an important historical monument in Kanpur. The tree is dead but the memorial can still be found at Nana Rao Park. The place was the center of the revolution of 1857 and was the place where 144 of Indian revolutionaries were hanged.
Allen forest zoo / Kanpur zoo
Entry Fees :₹ 20 Time To Visit :9 AM to 6 PM
Allen Forest Zoo is spread across an area of 190 acres and was one of the few zoos in India to be created within a naturally situated forest. The region was already a habitat for many wildlife species most of which are still housed within the Zoo. The botanical gardens, lakes, aviary and the aquarium are all the different attractions located in the zoo which are a must visit. It was opened in 1971 for visitors and is one of the best Zoos in India.
Allen Forest Zoo is spread across an area of 190 acres and was one of the few zoos in India to be created within a naturally situated forest. The region was already a habitat for many wildlife species most of which are still housed within the Zoo. The botanical gardens, lakes, aviary and the aquarium are all the different attractions located in the zoo which are a must visit. It was opened in 1971 for visitors and is one of the best Zoos in India.
Jain glass temple
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Jain Glass Temple is a beautiful temple and is one of the major temples dedicated to Jainism. The entire temple is adorned with intricate glass cut designs with an elaborately designed structure. The various glass murals inside and outside the temple narrates the Jain philosophy and houses the statue of Lord Mahavira and the 23 teerthankaras.
Jain Glass Temple is a beautiful temple and is one of the major temples dedicated to Jainism. The entire temple is adorned with intricate glass cut designs with an elaborately designed structure. The various glass murals inside and outside the temple narrates the Jain philosophy and houses the statue of Lord Mahavira and the 23 teerthankaras.
Shri Radhakrishna temple / J.K.Temple
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Shri Radhakrishna temple is a beautiful temple built in a perfect blend of modern and ancient architecture. It is built by J.K. trust. It contains five shrines that are dedicated to the various Hindu deities. The temple’s architecture is a marvellous and is built with carved white marble; overlooking a stunning backdrop.
Shri Radhakrishna temple is a beautiful temple built in a perfect blend of modern and ancient architecture. It is built by J.K. trust. It contains five shrines that are dedicated to the various Hindu deities. The temple’s architecture is a marvellous and is built with carved white marble; overlooking a stunning backdrop.
Dwarka Dhish
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The Dwarka Dhish Temple is devoted to Lord Krishna. Jhoola Festival or Swing Festival during the sacred month of Sravana is celebrated with huge pomp and witnesses huge number of devotees in the temple during this period.
The Dwarka Dhish Temple is devoted to Lord Krishna. Jhoola Festival or Swing Festival during the sacred month of Sravana is celebrated with huge pomp and witnesses huge number of devotees in the temple during this period.
Jajmau / Siddhapuri
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Jajmau is an ancient region dating back to 1300-1200 BC, located near the river Ganga. It was home to oldest civilizations of India. Currently, Jajmau is known to be one of the largest tanneries of India.
There are 1000 tanneries in industrial area.
The temples of Siddhnath and Siddha Devi are located in Jajmau, which is also referred to as Siddhapuri. Apart from these, Jajmau also houses the mausoleum of Makhdum Shah Ala-ul-Haq, who was a renowned Sufi saint. It was built by Firoz Shah Tughlaq in 1358. A mosque, built in 1679 by Kulich Khan is also located here
Jajmau is an ancient region dating back to 1300-1200 BC, located near the river Ganga. It was home to oldest civilizations of India. Currently, Jajmau is known to be one of the largest tanneries of India.
There are 1000 tanneries in industrial area.
The temples of Siddhnath and Siddha Devi are located in Jajmau, which is also referred to as Siddhapuri. Apart from these, Jajmau also houses the mausoleum of Makhdum Shah Ala-ul-Haq, who was a renowned Sufi saint. It was built by Firoz Shah Tughlaq in 1358. A mosque, built in 1679 by Kulich Khan is also located here
Kanpur Gardens
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Kanpur has many gardens and parks which are well maintained. Some of the best parks are: Phool Bagh, Nana Rao Park, Moti Jheel park, Kanpur zoological gardens, Japani Garden and Mahatma Gandhi Park.
Kanpur has many gardens and parks which are well maintained. Some of the best parks are: Phool Bagh, Nana Rao Park, Moti Jheel park, Kanpur zoological gardens, Japani Garden and Mahatma Gandhi Park.
Phool Bagh / Ganesh Udyan
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Phool Bagh is a beautiful park that is situated in the heart of the city and is also known as Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi memorial.
Phool Bagh is a beautiful park that is situated in the heart of the city and is also known as Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi memorial.
Bhitargaon brick temple
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Bhitargaon brick temple that is known as the oldest roofed Hindu shrine with a high shikhara. Bhitargaon is a unique architectural specimen that belongs to the Gupta era and dates back to 600 AD. The place is the first shrine that comes with Shikara. It is a prehistoric shrine is of the height of 15.41 meters.
Bhitargaon brick temple that is known as the oldest roofed Hindu shrine with a high shikhara. Bhitargaon is a unique architectural specimen that belongs to the Gupta era and dates back to 600 AD. The place is the first shrine that comes with Shikara. It is a prehistoric shrine is of the height of 15.41 meters.
Bithoor
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Bithoor is at distance of 25 kms from Kanpur. It is located on the banks of Ganga River and is known as abode of Lord Brahma. Bithoor was once called Brahmavart. According to legend, after the destruction of the universe and reconstruction of the galaxy by Lord Vishnu, Brahma selected Bithoor as his abode and performed a yagna here. Hence, the place was christened as Brahmavart.
Bithoor is believed to have been the site for several episodes of Ramayan. Sita spent time at the Valmiki Ashram at exile. Luv and Kush, Lord Ram and Sita’s twins were born and met their father here and sage Valmiki wrote the epic Ramayan.
Today, Bithoor attracts a large number of pilgrims who visit the Brahmavart Ghat and Valmiki Ashram, which are the prime attractions of the town.
Bithoor is at distance of 25 kms from Kanpur. It is located on the banks of Ganga River and is known as abode of Lord Brahma. Bithoor was once called Brahmavart. According to legend, after the destruction of the universe and reconstruction of the galaxy by Lord Vishnu, Brahma selected Bithoor as his abode and performed a yagna here. Hence, the place was christened as Brahmavart.
Bithoor is believed to have been the site for several episodes of Ramayan. Sita spent time at the Valmiki Ashram at exile. Luv and Kush, Lord Ram and Sita’s twins were born and met their father here and sage Valmiki wrote the epic Ramayan.
Today, Bithoor attracts a large number of pilgrims who visit the Brahmavart Ghat and Valmiki Ashram, which are the prime attractions of the town.
By Air
Kanpur domestic airport has scheduled commercial flights to Delhi.
The nearest International Airport is at Lucknow, which is at a distance of 80 kms.
By Train
Kanpur railway station is a major station with trains connecting to major cities.
By Road
Kanpur has good road connectivity with most of the neighbouring cities.
