The Great Pilgrimage
Prayag
Where three rivers meet.
Prayag is now known as Allahabad. Legends say this is the site of a famous sacrifice to Lord Brahma. It is the confluence (Sangam) of two of India's holiest rivers - the Ganga and Yamuna, and a mythical third called Saraswati. The site of the unforgettable Kumbh Mela, a dip at the Sangam frees a Hindu from the relentless cycle of births and deaths.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
HOW TO GET THERE
Air links to Delhi, Patna. Allahabad is best connected by rail to Delhi, Calcutta and Varanasi. Road links to all nearby cities - Varanasi (122 km), Patna (368 km), Lucknow (237 km).
WHERE TO STAY
Hotel Yatrik, Allahabad Regency Hotel, UPSTDC's Tourist Bungalow, Presidency Hotel, Samrat Hotel.
WHAT TO SEE
SANGAM: Boats go to the confluence of the rivers Ganga, Yamuna and the legendary Saraswati.
Prayag
Where three rivers meet.
Prayag is now known as Allahabad. Legends say this is the site of a famous sacrifice to Lord Brahma. It is the confluence (Sangam) of two of India's holiest rivers - the Ganga and Yamuna, and a mythical third called Saraswati. The site of the unforgettable Kumbh Mela, a dip at the Sangam frees a Hindu from the relentless cycle of births and deaths.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
HOW TO GET THERE
Air links to Delhi, Patna. Allahabad is best connected by rail to Delhi, Calcutta and Varanasi. Road links to all nearby cities - Varanasi (122 km), Patna (368 km), Lucknow (237 km).
WHERE TO STAY
Hotel Yatrik, Allahabad Regency Hotel, UPSTDC's Tourist Bungalow, Presidency Hotel, Samrat Hotel.
WHAT TO SEE
SANGAM: Boats go to the confluence of the rivers Ganga, Yamuna and the legendary Saraswati.
Welcome to Dream Holiday India
THE FORT: Built by Akbar in 1583, il has massive walls, lowering gateways and a panoramic view of the river. A 3rd century Ashokan Pillar stands inside.
ANAND BHAWAN: The ancestral home of the Nehrus; the seat of Ihe Indian struggle for independence.
KHUSRU BAGH: A peaceful garden containing the tomb of prince Khusru, son of jehangir who was executed by his father.
ALLAHABAD MUSEUM: A fine collection of Rajasthani minialures and terracotta figures.
FESTIVALS
Magh Mela every winter. The Kumbh Mela every 12 years.
ANAND BHAWAN: The ancestral home of the Nehrus; the seat of Ihe Indian struggle for independence.
KHUSRU BAGH: A peaceful garden containing the tomb of prince Khusru, son of jehangir who was executed by his father.
ALLAHABAD MUSEUM: A fine collection of Rajasthani minialures and terracotta figures.
FESTIVALS
Magh Mela every winter. The Kumbh Mela every 12 years.
| Climate : | Summer: (Mar. to Jun.) | Warm |
| Monsoon : (Jul. to Aug.) | Warm | |
| Winter : (Nov. to Feb.) | Cool and pleasant | |
| Clothing: | Summer - Cottons | |
| Winter - Woollens |
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» The Golden Triangle
» The Desert Adventure
» The Heart of Heritage
» The Buddhist Circut
» The Great Pilgrimage
» Goa
» Mamallapuram
» The golden temple of Amritsar
» Backwaters Of Kerala
» Island Holidays
» The Lure Of The Jungle
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