Lakhnow Travel Guide

Site Name: Lakhnow.

Site Type: Historically important city.

Location:  Lakhnow, Uttar Pradesh state, India.

Lucknow is a historically important city and for many centuries was at the heart of North Indian culture. In particular, the city was famous for its Adab and Tehzeeb (manners and hospitality), intricate embroidery, beautiful gardens and dance forms such as Kathak. It was also one of the sites of the 1857 Indian Mutiny (or First War of Indian Independence). The Hindi spoken in Lucknow is considered the most beautiful and gentle in the country. Currently the city has a population of around 2.5 million.

Lakhnow RS

Lucknow is the heart of the art, cuisine, dance, culture and music of Northern India. It was the cradle of the Hindu-Muslim-Sikh symbioses that made India great. it brought in the best of various cultures and accepted Western institutions like La Martiniere in her womb. It was made famous by the soft-spoken, and sweet tongued, Awadh-Lucknowai culture that was based on civilized behaviour toward fellow human beings. Lucknow is the home of Urdu, Hindustani and Hindi languages. The city became known as a centre for Urdu poetry and courtly presence and diction, being the birthplace and city of residence for many poets. The Mushaira, an event of poetry recitation forms the heart of Lucknow's nightlife where Mushairas go on into

the wee hours of the night. Lucknow's only rival in Northern India was Delhi, though Lucknowies were always embroiled in a healthy rivalry with Delhi, home of the famous poet Ghalib and others. Lucknow is also famous for its sweetmeat, the sweet shops in the old city dates to 1850s. Awadhi and mughlai food is the delight of the visitors to Lucknow.

Another thing that may surprise visitors are the ubiquitous posters, billboards and signs boasting of great progress and bearing the picture of Mayawati. She was the previous chief minister of Uttar Pradesh state and been quite controversial. Labeled by some as the "Dalit Queen," she has come under fire for misuse of public funds and abuse of power. She has spent millions upon millions of rupees on massive public works projects such as the Ambedkar Memorial (see below) which opposition leaders see as a waste. No matter who you speak to in Lucknow, everyone will have an opinion about her! It's a great conversation starter.

How to go:

Best way to reach Allahabad, if you are coming from outside India, is to take a direct flight to Delhi and then take one of the numerous connecting trains from Delhi to Allahabad. The Kolkata Rajdhani express, though a better train, lands at a very odd hour in Allahabad (2343 hrs IST) from Delhi which can be inconvenient for Allahabad being a really quiet place at night. Best train from Delhi to Allahabad is the PrayagRaj Express (Train No. 2418) which leaves from New Delhi Railway Station at 2130 hrs IST and arrives in Allahabad at 0630 hrs IST next day.

Train: Lucknow is on the Delhi-Gorakhpur railway route. Connections can be made from Agra and Allahabad. A major railway junction, Lucknow is conveniently connected to many cities. Some of the important trains are : 12003/12004 Shatabadi Ex. : 15063/15064; Nainital Ex; : 19165/19166; Sabarmati Exp : 12553/12554; Vaishali Exp : 15609/15610; Awadh-Assam Exp : 12875/12876; Neelanchal Exp : 14283/14284; Ganga-Yamuna Exp : 12229/12230 Lucknow Mail : 12419/12420; Gomti Exp : 14257/14258; Kashi-Vishwanath Exp : 14011/14012; Nauchandi Exp : 11015/11016; Bombay-Gorakhpur Exp : 12511/12512; Cochin-Gorakhpur Exp.

The important contact for Lucknow Railways are: Railways Manual Enquiry 139, 2636132; resservation 0522-2635841; Badshahnagar 0522-2385182. 0522 is Lucknow's STD code. Train Time click here.

Bus: The Bus Stations are situated at Alambagh, and Kaisar Bagh.

The telephone number for Roadways Inter State Bus Terminal Alambagh is: 0522-2458096

Buses from Sunauli-Bhairawa on the India/Nepal border stop on their way to Varanasi.

From Lucknow to New Delhi: There is a luxury air-conditioned sleeper bus from Quaiser Bagh Bus station. Route for this bus is Lucknow - Sitapur - Bareilly - Muradabad - Gaziabad - Delhi [Anand Vihar ISBT].

Lucknow has excellent connectivity of AC Deluxe bus service operated by UPSRTC to cities like Delhi, Jaipur, Allahabad, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, Agra and Ballia. These are safe and comfortable for tourists and women even during night journeys. These buses can be recognized by their distinctive colour Blue or Red with Platinum line written on it.

You can book tickets for these buses via internet and also from counter at Alambagh Central bus station. Bus seat to book click here.

Aeroplane: There are daily flights from Delhi, Mumbai,Banglore, Kolkata Indore, andPatna. Amausi Airport, Lucknow is directly connected with Delhi, Patna, Kolkata, Mumbai, Banglore , Indore and Varanasi by direct flights.

Indian Airlines, (0522)220927, (0522)435401, 436188 (pre recorded, 142). 

Air India-Janata Travels,  (0522)226171. (General Sale Agent) Hotel Clarks Awadh, 8, M.g. Road  

Sahara India Airlines, Sahara India Tower, 7, Kapoorthala Complex, (0522)377675, 372742. 

Lucknow International Airport ( Code IATA LKO ) has Direct flights to Dubai, Sharjah , Jeddah and Muscat.

By road: Lucknow is connected by road with all the major cities of the country. Some of the major road distances are: Agra 363 km, Allahabad 210 km, Ayodhya 135 km, Kolkata 985 km, Corbett National Park 400 km, Delhi 497 km, Dudhwa National Park 238 km, Kanpur 79 km, Khajuraho 320 km, Varanasi 280 km.

Where to Stay:

1. Hotel Buddha Residency Hotel Buddha Residency situated only Approx. distance from all prime locations from Charbag 1.5 KM, Hazratganj 1KM, Vidhan Sabha 0.5 KM, Kaisarbagh 2.5 KM, Airport 11 KM , guests are well located to enjoy the town's attractions and activities. PH.05222235555,Mo.+91-8948199993,9670556644.
2. Hotel APSARA
3. New Sharma Hotel Opposite charbagh railway station. There are two Sharma Hotels there, One is 30 years old. ph 0522-2635901,2630544,4045586
4. Sharma Hotel Opposite charbagh railway station. Contact person Shujat Hashmi, Mob:9369266335
5. Hotel D D International
6. Hotel Ganpati
7. Hotel Asha
8. Hotel Basant Vihar
9. Hotel Park Avadh
10. Hotel Raj
11. Hotel Mera Mann
12. Hotel Ganga Maiya
13. Hotel Sunrise
14. Deep Hotel
15. Hotel Diamond
16. Hotel Naznin Palace
17. Hotel Dileep
18. Hotel Ankit Yadav from NIEC
19. Hotel Ashirwad
20. Hotel Mansi Ganga near charbagh railway station ph 0522-2630513,2637841

For more hotels click here.

What you will see:

Places of interest are spread out over a large distance, therefore will require the use of taxis or rickshaws. Cycle rickshaws contribute less polution to this historic city than their motorised cousins, and provide work to some who need it most.

1. Bara Imambara and Bhool Bhulaiya: A large and impressive tomb complex built in 1783. There is an interesting labyrinth too. You could easily spend half a day wandering around these beautiful but crumbling examples of Mughal architecture. If you hire a guide, do not expect him to know the way around. Guides are known to get lost in the labyrinth! The ticket you buy lets you enter here, the Chhota Imambara, the Husainabad clock tower and picture gallery too, so do not lose your ticket. Please note that lone couples are not allowed to enter with out a guide. This prohibition is not brought to notice while buying the entry ticket. You will also have to pay a man 1 rupee to mind your shoes while exploring the complex (shoes are not allowed inside Bara Imambara). 350 INR for foreigners. 
2. Rumi Darwaza (Rumi Gate): Hussainabad Lucknow.
3. Chhota Imambara: An imposing mausoleum built by the third Nawab of Avadh in 1837. The ticket for Bara Imambara is also good for admission to Chhota Imambara.
4. La Martiniere College: Boys college. Building also known as Constantia, La Martiniere College is one of the oldest schools in the country. It was built in 1840 and started as a school in 1845. The school building is still well mantained. The best time to visit is either in the morning at around 8AM, when one can see the assembly, or after the school finishes at 1:30PM. This landmark building has also featured in several Bollywood movies.
5. Husainabad Clock Tower (Ghanta Ghar): Hussainabad Lucknow. A British landmark, set in a park with the somewhat poorly curated picture gallery, and a lake. A great place for sunset. The ticket for Bara Imambara also grants admission here.
6. Ruins of the Lucknow Residency and Museum: The bloody history of the demise of this Raj era compound is immortalised in the Museum in the Basement. This was the scene of the 1857 First Battle for Independence, referred to by the British as `The Indian Mutiny.´ Although you can still clearly see numerous canon ball marks in the ruined buildings, thankfully it is a peaceful place today. So much so in fact, that you are likely to stumble across couples taking a little private time in the leafy shady groves. The Residency is clearly recognised by the locals and tourists alike as a breezy haven to escape from the bustle and dust of a busy Indian city. The Residency will try to sell you a photo pass for an additional 25 INR. The guard will also ask you if you have a camera. However once you are inside, no one will say anything if you take photos. 100 INR for foreigners, 5 INR for Indian citizens.
7. Dilkusha ruins:
8. Qaiserbagh complex:
9. Crocodile sanctuary at Kukrail: near munshi pulia. it is very good & nice place 15 km from railway station. entry free.
10. The Ram Krishna Math, Nirala Nagar:
11. The Zoo/Museum, closed on Monday:
12. Botanical Gardens. 6AM-8:30AM.
13. Indira Gandhi Planetarium: 2629176. Tu-Su Shows 1PM-6PM (45 min shows 1PM-1:40PM English, 2:30PM-4:00PM, 5:00PM Hindi). 25.00.  edit
14. Buddha Park: A small park on the side of a noisy congested road in Lucknow. A statue of the Buddha gives the park it's name. Often filled with homeless people and boys playing sports.
15. Shaheed Smarak. 
16. Cathedral School: Hazaratganj.
17. Farangi Mahal: The Oxford and Cambridge of India author/poet Shibli Naumani. For more details see book by Dr. Francis Robinson on the Ul Farangi Mahal.  edit
18. Colvin Taluqdars College: A must see place it has great architecture built in 1896 named after Sir Auckland Colvin.  edit
19. Deva Shariff: around 30 km from the city, is a place of worship and faith where people from all the religions gather, a symbol of unity and love.
20. Amrapali water park:  08400334954,08960194570.
21. Ambedkar Memorial: A massive new 107 acre development to honor Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar who was the architect of the Indian constitution. Impressive stone work, dozens of statues and fountains intermix with carefully sculpted gardens. There are statues of dalit icons as well as incredibly self-indulgent statues of Mayawati, the Ex-chief minister of Uttar Pradesh. A police force exists to prevent vandalism and may search you before entering some areas. free.

Eat

Everyone in Lucknow knows about the famous tikkas and kebabs. They are Mughal delicacies. Lalbagh, many roadside hotels near Aminabad and old Chowk offer cheap and unique types of dishes. Also, try out the street next to Tulsi thatre in Hazratganj for some exotic non-vegetarian delicacies.

The Food Court at Sahara Ganj, near Hazrat Ganj is the recent hot favourite with a number of fast food joints. If coffee and tea is something you like, you will find a huge variety at Capuccino Blast at Mall Avenue. At Akbari Gate, during winters one can also enjoy Kashmiri Tea (a red coloured hot tea) with cream and Makhan Malai (a local variant of ice cream, saffron flavoured, made by hanging unsalted butter overnight in dew and then aerating it by beating it).

  

Useful Phone Numbers: (STD Code: 0522): Sahuji Chhatrapati Maharaj Medical College 2265614, 2266175, 2268701, syamaprasada Mukherjee Civil Hospital 22246362229568, 26381052308916 apisa tourist.

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Allahabad Travel Guide

Site Name: Allahabad.

Site Type: Temple City.

Location:  Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh state, India.

Allahabad city

Allahabad is among the largest cities in Uttar Pradesh. Hindu mythology has it that for the Prakrishta Yajna, Lord Brahma, the creator God of the Trinity, chose a land on earth, on which the three rivers would flow in to a quiet confluence. Brahma also referred to it as Tirth Raj or the King of all pilgrimage centres. Recorded evidence also exists in the revered scriptures (the Vedas and the grand epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, as also in the Puranas) of this holy place formerly called Prayag. Allahabad stands at the confluence of two of India's holiest rivers, the Ganga and the Yamuna. Sangam, as the confluence is called, is the venue of many sacred fairs and rituals, and attracts thousands of pilgrims throughout the year. This number swells to millions during the world-famous Kumbh Mela. An annual Magh Mela is also held in Allahabad around the Sangam areas in the month of January (Magh is the name of month in Hindu calendar). A third mythical Saraswati river, believed to flow underground towards the Sangam, gives the confluence its other name, Triveni.

How to go:

Best way to reach Allahabad, if you are coming from outside India, is to take a direct flight to Delhi and then take one of the numerous connecting trains from Delhi to Allahabad. The Kolkata Rajdhani express, though a better train, lands at a very odd hour in Allahabad (2343 hrs IST) from Delhi which can be inconvenient for Allahabad being a really quiet place at night. Best train from Delhi to Allahabad is the PrayagRaj Express (Train No. 2418) which leaves from New Delhi Railway Station at 2130 hrs IST and arrives in Allahabad at 0630 hrs IST next day.

allahabad railway station

Train: Allahabad is situated on the trunk train route from Delhi to Kolkata and from Mumbai to Kolkata, so it is well-connected by trains. Innumerable trains stop at Allahabad. The city has four railway stations, Daragang (near the confluence of the rivers Ganga and Yamuna), Prayag (near the University), Rambagh (city centre), and Allahabad Junction (the main station). In addition, another temparary railway station known as Prayag Ghat (to be distinguished from Prayag) is used during important religious festivals for the better management and control of extra pilgrim traffic on those occasions. Train Time click here.

Bus: Allahabad is on NH2 and NH27 and is, therefore, well connected by road. Several buses ply to and from nearby cities and towns. Bus seat to book click here.

Aeroplane: Allahabad Airport (IXD) also called Bamrauli Field is essentially a military base with a one-room passenger terminal and two commercial flights per day are run by Air India (IC 7801) and Spice Jet.

The air travel scene is changing slowly after Kumbh Mela of 2013. Still it is easier to fly into Varanasi (120 km away) or Lucknow (200 km away) as both of these airports are much better serviced.

Where to Stay:

Guest house bungalow, lohia marg,civil lines,  91-9335971978 misra87@gmail.com. Fully furnished rooms with all the modern facilities and amenities with all the comforts of home ,located in a peaceful and calm environment very near to the city center! 18$ to 29$. Bungalow One, Civil Lines, Bungalow One is a heritage homestay, in a family home built in 1869. It is located in Civil Lines, walking distance from the main market and park. $50-60

1. Hotel Kohinoor, 10 Noorulla Road,  +91-532-2655501.
2. Hotel Samrat, Mahatma Gandhi Marg,  +91-532-2561200 to 2561208 (get@hotelsamrat.net). 
3. Hotel Harsh Ananda, M.G. Marg, Civil Lines,  0532-2427697 (info@hotelharshananda.com),
4. Valentines Hotel, Clive Road.
5. Hotel Yatrik, 33 Sardar Patel Marg.
6. Hotel Ajay International, Elgin Road.
7. Hotel Grand Continental, SP Marg, Civil Lines. 
8. Hotel Kanha Shyam, Strachey Road. 
9. Hotel Milan, Strachey Road. 
10. Hotel Allahabad Regency (Regency), Tashkent Marg, +91-532-2407835 (mails@hotelallahabadregency.com),
11. Hotal Samrat, Civil Lines.

For more hotels click here.

What you will see:

1^st Day

1. Allahabad Fort: The Allahabad Fort, built from the year 1583 onwards by Akbar, stands at the junction of the two great rivers. It was the largest of Akbar`s forts, and although its original form has been much impaired by early restoration work, the splendid Zenana Palace still survives. It is a fine pavilion, with a central square hall carried on sixty-four columns bordered by a deep veranda of

   

   Allahabad Fort

   double columns and there are clusters of four in each corner. Kumbha Mela Under the wall of the palace, there is the so-called `Undying Banyan Tree` or Akshai Vata. In front of the entrance to the-Fort is the `Ashoka Pillar`, 35 feet high, it is made up of polished stone. Edicts of Ashoka are inscribed on it. The fort was later garrisoned under Company Raj, this imposing structure stands on the bank of Yamuna at sangam nose. Due to serious military concerns, only a limited area of the fort can been seen.
2. Khusro bagh: 8 am - 8 pm. Khusro Bagh is entered through an old doorway that is 60 feet high. Khusrau was the elder brother of the Emperor Shah Jahan. He died in the year 1615 and the tomb was completed seven years later. The actual burial chamber is underground. It was enriched with plasterwork and was painted with birds and flowers and Persian inscriptions. West of the tomb is another tomb, which is believed to be the tomb of Khusrau`s sister. The place is also known for famous 'Allahabadi Guavas'.
3. Anand Bhawan: 8 am - 4:30pm. Learn about the intricacies of Indian struggle for freedom during early 20th century. Among many things, you will find the personal correspondence and family photographs of the Nehrus. Besides Anand Bhawan is Swaraj Bhawan, ancestral place of the Nehru clan. It offers a best way to know about Nehru family via its video shows which are

   

   Anand Bhawan

   scheduled hourly. Anand Bhawan and Swaraj Bhawan are the places which have served as the parliament in real sense during British era. Many important decisions and happenings have been witnessed by these monuments. (Closed on Mondays).
4. Moti Mahal and Bari Kothi, Daragunj:
5. Jawahar Planetarium: 11 am-4:30 pm. A place for those who are interested in astronomy. Shows are at every hour and charges are nominal. Children under age of 7 are not allowed.(Closed on Mondays) Rs 20.
6. Thornhill Mayne Memorial (Allahabad Public Labrary): The marvelous monuments is perched in Company Garden. The monument has served as the house of legislative assembly in British era when Allahabad was the capital of United Provinces. Presently it has been converted to a library which is popularly known as Public Library. The monument is beautifully carved from white sandstones and is drenched in Gothic serenity.
7. Allahabad Museum: 9am-4pm. Spot for the lovers of ancient history. The museum is rich in remains
   
   of mighty city of Kaushambi and Srungverpur. Allahabad being a historical city, the museum offers a convenient way to explore the history of the city and vicinity.(Monday closed).
8. All Saints Cathedral: All Saints` Cathedral, designed by William Emerson (later President of the Royal Institute of British Architects) in complete Gothic style, was commenced in the year 1877. Standing in a grass compound at a major junction, it is in white stone with red sandstone dressings. The pavement to the choir and sanctuary is constructed pure Jaipur marble. Also known as Patthar Girja among local people, it is one of the oldest church of India.
9. University of Allahabad Campus: Being 4th oldest (formal) university of India, it is a place to see some of the most beautiful monuments drenched in Gothic style. Zoological museum in Department of Zoology homes a unique collection of skeletons of mammoth and elephants.
10. Company Bagh (Alfred Park or Chandrashekhar Azad Park): It is the place to experience the British era of Indian history. Encircled in this park are Allahabad Museum, Victoria memorial and public library. History is scattered at every step in the park. It was in this park where Chandrashekhar Azad, (freedom fighter) shot himself after only one bullet was left in his revolver so that the British can't catch him alive.
11. Minto Park: (Between Fort and Yamuna Bridge). A historical spot where 'Company Raj' came to its end and India was formally transferred to the British crown. The park also homes a replica of famous Ashok Pillar upon which the national emblem of Indian Republic is perched.
12. Yamuna bridge. A stroll or a cycle ride on the bridge at sunrise or sunset is extremely refreshing.
13. Allahabad High Court. It is the seat of Justice in Uttar Pradesh, and is the oldest high court in the country with largest strength of judges. 
14. Nagvasuki Temple, (In Daraganj). 
15. Churches and Convents of the city. Allahabad boasts of its magnificent churches that were buit during the epoch of British Raj. Some of them are All Saints Cathedral, St Josephs' Convent, Evangelical Church and Bethany Convent. Diocese of Allahabad was the first in North India and has played a major role in nurturing the missionaries in the region.

Museums

Visit to a historical city like Allahabad can not be complete without understanding and feeling its vibrant and varied history. The city is rich in museums and offers attractive spots for people of every discourse.

1. Allahabad museum: chandrashekhar Azad Park, Kamala Nehru Road, Allahabad -211002., (aldamasalld@sancharnet.in). 10.30 A.M. to 4.30 P.M.; closed : Mondays and gazetted holidays and Sunday falling after second Saturday. Rs. 5.00 adult, Rs.2.00 below 12 years, Rs. 100.00 foreigners..  edit
2. Anand Bhawan museum: Moti Lal Neharu Marg, (jlnmfald@dataone.in). 9.30A.M. to 5.30 P.M. (Lunch Break) 1.00 P.M. and 1.30P.M.; closed: Mondays and gazetted holidays. Personal Belongings of Jawaharlal Nehru, of his parents and other member of his family. Picture gallery of national movement, painting textile books parquetry. Library. Rs. 5.00-(for first floor only).
3. Archaeological Museum: Museum Department of ancient History, culture and Archaeology, university of Allahabad -211002.. Summer :7.00 A.M. to 12.00 noon; winter ; 10.00A.M. To 4.00 P.M.; closed: Sunday and other university holidays.
4. Anatomy Museum: M.L.N. medical College. July 1 to April 30: 9.00A.M. To 4.00 P.M. May 1 to June 30: 8.00 A.M. to 12.00 noon: closed university holiday. Dissected parts of the human body, models of human organs embryology models to study various branches of anatomy 
5. Hindi Sangrahalaya hindi Sahitya Saammelan. Summer: 6.30A.M. to 11.30A.M. Winter: 11.00A.M. To 5.00P.M.; closed; Sunday and important holidays. Printed Book, periodicals, manuscripts, coins letters, photographs, memoir trophies and personal belongings of literary personalities 
6. Agharkar museum Botany Department: university of Allahabad, Allahabad-211002.. Summer : 7.00 A.M. to 12.00 A.M.; winter: 10.00 A.M. to 4.00P.M.; closed : Sunday and university holidays;.
7. Ganganath Jha kendriya Sanskrit vidyapeetha: C.S. Azad Park, ☎ Tel . 2460957,(R)2504081, 2506892. 9.30A.M. to 6.00 P.M.; closed: Saturday, Sunday & gazetted holidays;. Mainly Sanskrit manuscripts about 50,000; along with in Telugu, Bangali, Maithili and oriya,

Temples

1. Ankaleshwara Temple (Stanley Rd, Mehndauri Colony).  edit
2. Shankar Vimana Mandapam: Build in South Indian style, the temple offers a great view of Sangam and surrounding areas.  edit
3. Bharadwaj Ashram: The hermitage of Saint Bharadwaj, as per Ramayana. There is a temple of Lord Prayagraj, the God of the Prayag city. it's located very near to Anand Bhavan.  edit
4. Maharshi Sadafaldeo Ashram: The hermitage of Sadguru Sadafaldeo Ji Maharaj and a serene vast campus by river Ganga. Started in year 1921, this 10 acre campus houses meditation cave, temple, library, Vedic Yajnashala and a Gurukul. Located in Jhunsi on the bank of river Ganga, 3 km off Allahabad-Varanasi highway. 10 km from the Allahabad Bus stand. http://www.vihangamyoga.org/jhunshAshram.html  edit
5. Dashaswamedh Temple: (On the bank of Ganges in Daraganj). According to Hindu mythology this was the spot where Lord Bramha performed Parikshit Yajna and city got its name Prayag  edit
6. Bare Hanumanji Temple: (Near the Sangam). Here lies a magnificent statue of Lord Hanuman which is believed to be of Ramayana era.  edit
7. Jhusi-Tallest Hanuman Mandir: The temple is an unusally tall Hanuman diety along with 108 Shivalingas.  edit
8. Mankameshwar Mandir: The temple is at the bank of Yamuna river near Triveni Sangam. You can't miss it as it has flashy neon animations at its entrance.  edit
9. Someshwar Mahadev Temple:

2^nd Day

1. Bauddhatirtha Kausambi (60 km):
2. Laksagriha (45 km):
3. Sitamari (75 km):

Eat

Allahabad is paradise for those who are made for taste. If you are in Allahabad, then do not forget to enjoy the Mughalai cuisine of North India.Out of innumerable spots for having delicacies of the North Indian cuisine, a mere glimpse is here. In every area of the city there are options and variety. Loknath area of the city may be your favorite spot if you are foody and comfortable with hustle and bustle of 'ilahabadi raunak'.

Useful Phone Numbers: (STD Code: 0532): Dufferin Hospital - 2651822, Kamala Nehru Hospital - 2608830, diema - 26412532640300, esapi - 2641902, 2640600, Tourist Information Office - 2601873 Railway (Junction), 131, 1331, 2600179, Railway (City) - 2606878, in standa (Civil Lines) - 2601257.

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Bindhyachal

Site Name: Bindhyachal.

Location: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh state, India.

Bindhyachala 70 km away from Varanasi. 51 of satipithera bindhyacalera Bindhyabasini Main Temple. This place was Sati's finger in the left foot. Puranamate This was the place where the Goddess manually kill sumbha nisumbhake.

Bindhyabasini Temple

Astabhuja Temple: Astabhuja temple distance 3 km from the bindhyabasini temple. Located at devi astabhuja temple on bindhyaparbat. Puranamate Jashoda down, in an attempt to think of a child born to astamagarbhera mahamayake pewter Devaki, mahahaya disappeared from radio listeners. The current temple was abibhuta bhagabati land ever exist here as Durga. To visit the statue is guhapathe narrow sleeves.

Kalikhoha: Bindhyaparbata of over kalikhoha glorious named in a cave makalira awake face. This is the place to be assaulted at the hands of the gods raksasadera puranamate gaurabarna Parvati became angry that his gold as part of the Kajol is black (from the goddess Kali). Here goddess Kali, Chandi and camunda. Parbatyapathe devout fans roundup mahatrikosa completed astabhuja bindhyabasini in kalikhohera.

See Also visit Bindhyacal:

1. sitakunda (ekamate banabasakale bath here was Sita, Lakshmana meet disagreed jalatrsna Ban kill Sita made this spring).
2. Tarakesbaranatha Temple
3. Buranathera Temple
4. Narada Ghat
5. Geruyatalao
6. Landowner Temple
7. Kamakhyadebi Temple
8. Sibakhoha
9. Ravana tapasthala
10. Saksigopala Temple
11. Sankatamochana Hanuman Temple

Varanasi Railway Station to Bindhyachal Railway Station

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Chunar

35 km away from Varanasi. The main attraction of the vast castle beside the Ganges. Puranamate dwarf incarnation of Lord Vishnu was established in the first leg of the Holy bhumikhande. So the name of the caranadri. Ujjayini ruler Maharaja Vikramaditya's brother after bhatrhari Buried Alive took the difficult austerities. Chunar fort ancient history. According to many historians, the fort was built by the king sahadeba in 1029. With the then Maharaja mahabara King sadebera excited sonaha created as alahakhandera bibahasthala 'sonaha-mandapa' is still the main PS fort. King Vikramaditya's first constructing the fort. Burial

will follow mandapera sonaha bhatrharira bikramaditye brother. In 1525 the first Mughal Emperor Babar took the fort right. Once in the hands of Sher Akbar conquered the fort in 1574. After nearly two hundred years moghaladera drawn under the East India Company in 1772, after having captured Fort historic limestone. Rumor has it that this is a historic secret tunnel to the castle fell into the Ganges. Currently, the Indian government has made the pack (Provincial Armed Core) Training Centre. Inside the walls of the tomb so bhatrharira sonaha mandapa and have the right to enter the general tourists. In addition to the castle to see cunare Dargah Hazrat sulemanera. Work stone carving artists. Durgamandira and Kali Mandir at approximately 2 km away.

Varanasi Railway Station to Chunar

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Sarnath

Just 10 km away from Varanasi Sarnath Buddhism was injected. Bodhagayaya 'cognition' and the deer park saranathe after the Buddha was the first to give religious advice. This happens to Buddhists 'mahadharmacakra launch' known as. The warning, this ancient town was during the time of Lord Buddha 'rsipattana. Sarnath is the name saranganatha (Oryx saranga words) to. 

Saranath see :

1. Saranganatheswar Mahadeb Temple:
2. Choukhandi Sthup: On entering the huge bulk of Sarnath. Emperor Ashoka came here in 234 AD. He constructed this vast agglomeration.
3. Dhameka Sthup: Forty-three meters high at Sarnath is the most notable Note congakrti dhameka barrow. The pile diameter of 8 meters of land. You will see at the bottom of architectural patterns guptayugera.
4. Mulagandhakuti Bihar: Another attraction of this modern pagoda built Sarnath Mahabodhi Society. Japan's leading artists will paint the picture here kasetsu nosura.
5. Sarnath Museum: The Government Museum, numerous Buddha statues and collect badhisattbera wondered. Here are the best patterns of the Buddhist art and sculpture, and the Ashoka Pillar emblem (our national symbol) of four contiguous sinhamurti battlement. The Museum is closed on Friday. Other days are open from 10am to 5pm. This will get to stay in the Holy Land tourism department-Rahi Tourist Bungalow (0582-2595965). Jain peyam guest houses (2595621) or Agarwal peyam guest houses (221007).

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Ramnagar Fort and Museum

Ramnagar Fort

Across the Ganges Varanasi past kings of the castle has been built the Palace Museum ekanse.

See here:

1. The kings of the period using the carriage
2. Sedan
3. Caudola
4. Karukaryamandita howdah
5. Clothing
6. Fancy watch
7. Lots of weapons
8. Some of the scenes look at the photographs of the Ramnagar fort famous Surinam.

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Varanasi Ghats

Main attraction of Varanasi Ghats eighty rows more lovely. Displaying thousands suryyodayera morning ablution and mangalika greatly aroused the whole Varanasi ghats of the Ganges. Varanasi Ghats to enjoy the heavenly heart Take a look in the morning to hire boats-

1. Dasasbamedha Ghat
2. Manikarnika Ghat
3. Hariscandra Ghat
4. Tulsi Ghat
5. Aussie Ghat
6. Mnmandir Ghat
7. Kedar Ghat

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1. Kashi Vishwanath Temple
2. Annapurna Temple
3. Durga Temple
4. Tulsi Manas TempleGhats
5. India Art Vaban and New Vishwanath Temple

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India Art Vaban and New Vishwanath Temple

Pandit Madan Mohan University Banaras well poetry enabled the initiative to construct the complex. New Vishwanath Temple made by birala. Also the sights:

New Vishwanath Temple

1. Sankatamocana Temple
2. Hundiraja Ganesh Temple
3. Bharatamata Temple
4. Kalabhairaba Temple
5. Bishalakshi Temple
6. Manmandir
7. Sankata Devi Temple.

Rikasa can visit all the temples.

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3. Durga Temple
4. Tulsi Manas TempleGhats
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Tulsi Manas Temple

Tulsi Manas Temple vast white color. The temple has the idol of Shri Ram. Interesting addition to the wall. Ramacaritamanasera where different terms have been inscribed. Temple Opening Time: 5.30 am to 1 pm and 3.30 pm and 9.00 pm up until the night.

See nearby

1. Kashi Vishwanath Temple
2. Annapurna Temple
3. Durga Temple
4. India Art Vaban and New Vishwanath Temple
5. Ghats

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Durga Temple

Durga Temple

The temple city of eighteenth century red seyalite fabricated. Garbhagrhe Devi idol too awake. Durga Temple Opening Time: Morning 7.00 am to 8.00 pm from the beginning of the night.

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1. Kashi Vishwanath Temple
2. Annapurna Temple
3. Tulsi Manas Temple
4. India Art Vaban and New Vishwanath Temple
5. Ghats

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Annapurna Temple

Annapurna Temple 

Annapurna Temple will see parents Vishwanath Street. This temple was built in 1725 Peshwa bajirao. Kashi kasibisbanatha see beside the temple made ​​aorangajebera controversial darera Ka Benimadhab called Mosque. Annapurna Temple Opening Time: 4.00 am to 11:30 am & 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm. Arati 4.00 am dawn.

See nearby:

1. Kashi Vishwanath Temple
2. Durga Temple
3. Tulsi Manas Temple
4. India Art Vaban and New Vishwanath Temple
5. Ghats

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Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

The current temple was built after the destruction of the ancient Temple of Maharaja ahalyabai holakara (1777) since. Punjab Maharaja Ranjit singh 800 kg of gold in the upper part of the temple wrapped. The here to visit the Vishwanath temple sandhyarati. The temple Opening Time: 3.00 am to 4.00 pm to 3.00 pm and is uncertain at the beginning of the dawn.
temple in the narrow lane you will cheke Entering the pandas. For having only philosophy that you do not want to pay more than 20 money he will speak openly about. Vishwanath temple glamorous sandhyarati. Click

See nearby:

1. Annapurna Temple
2. Durga Temple
3. Tulsi Manas Temple
4. India Art Vaban and New Vishwanath Temple
5. Ghats

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Varanasi Travel Guide

Site Name: Varanasi alias Banaras alias Kashi

Site Type: Temple City

Location:  Uttar Pradesh state, India.

Highlights: One of the most Noble and oldest city in the India

Nearest Railway Station: Varanasi
Nearest Airport: Varanasi Airports (VNS) 22.6 km 

How to reach: Good connected by road and rail

Hotel: There are many options for low-cost and free accommodation

Restaurants: Good vegetarian food

Varanasi

Baranasi is baruna and aussie river samgamasthale. According to legends, the oldest city in the world. Varanasi city was founded kasya suhotrera son.

How will you go:

Train: Delhi, Agra, Lucknow, Varanasi to several cities, including Mumbai and Kolkata is the easiest way to reach the train. Varanasi Junction Station Code: B & S B. Click here to get a list of live baranasi train arriving and leaving.

Bus: Lucknow (8 hours), Allahabad (3 hours), goraksa Pur (8 hours) and Kanpur (9 hours), there are buses run by the state government. Click here to book a bus seat.

Plane: 25 km away from Varanasi Airport is located in the city center. Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Visakhapatnam in Khajuraho derives from the day Air India, Jet kanekta, Space Jet and Indigo. Click here to book the flight seat.

Where to Stay:

Find your favorite cities baranasite payartaka and pilgrims from simple lodge or hospice, medium and good quality hotel. Rahi Tourist Bungalow Tourism UPA (2208413545) Cantonment Station. Pandit ghate Vishnu Rest House common values ​​(2450206) and passage kalika yogi Lodge (2392588) Click hereto also find a list of hotels baranasi.

What you will see:

See your local temple and the Ganga Ghat in Varanasi is the first day of sightseeing. The second day will see visit Sarnath and Ramnagar in the morning in the afternoon. The third day will see chunar and bindhyacala by car. 

Day 1

1. Kashi Vishwanath Temple
2. Annapurna Temple
3. Durga Temple 
4. Tulsi Manas Temple
5. India Art Vaban and NewVishwanath Temple
6. Varanasi Ghats

Day 2

1. Ramnagar Fort and Museum
2. Sarnath

Day 3

1. Chunar
2. Bindhyachala
3. Astabhuja Temple
4. Kalikhoha

Useful Phone Numbers: Sibaprasada Gupta Hospital (2333723), ramakrsnamisana Hospital (2321727), anandamayi Mater Hospital (2313013), maroyari Hospital, D, M 2508585, S, P-2502644, 2506670 tourist police, UK, p Tourism Office 2208162/2206638, Bus Stand 2203476, Varanasi railway Station, 131, 132, 133, 255703 mogalasarai Junction.

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