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Prayagraj in Photos: Temples, Culture & City Life

Triveni Sangam

Triveni Sangam

Sangam is the sacred confluence of three holy rivers of India – Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati.

Kumbh Mela

Kumbh Mela

It is considered one of the largest religious gathering in the world. Kumbh Mela is held after 12 years and devotees come to take a dip in the Sangam.

Khusro Bagh

Khusro Bagh

This is beautiful garden built in Mughal style. It is the tomb of Prince Khusro, who was the son of Mughal Emperor Jahangir.

Anand Bhawan

Anand Bhawan

The old residence of the Nehru family, now turned into a museum which shows the glimpse of the period of Indian independence movement.

Allahabad Museum

Allahabad Museum

This is one of India’s top national museum, housing various artifacts, paintings, archeological findings, stone sculptures, and more.

Allahabad Fort

Allahabad Fort

A majestic palace which was built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Its grand architecture is worthy to be marveled at.

Allahabad Pillar

Allahabad Pillar

An Ashokan Pillar which is inside the fort. The pillar has inscriptions which can be dated back to 232 BCE.

Hanuman Mandir

Hanuman Mandir

This temple has a reclined idol of Lord Hanuman. The idol always gets partially submerges in water during water level rises and is seen as a divine act.

Magh Mela

Magh Mela

Also referred to be mini Kumbh which takes place every year during January-February. It is known for kalpwas.

 Chandrashekhar Azad Park

Chandrashekhar Azad Park

It is a lush green park which is dedicated to the brave freedom fighter who died here.

All Saints Cathedral

All Saints Cathedral

A grand Anglican church which is built in gothic style architecture. Locals call it Patthar Girja.

New Yamuna Bridge

New Yamuna Bridge

A newly built cable-stayed bridge which offers spectacular views of the Sangam and the entire city.

Allahabad University

Allahabad University

Often called the “Oxford of the East”, this is one of India’s oldest and most prestigious universities.

Allahabad High Court

Allahabad High Court

This is one of the oldest high courts in India. Built in 1866 with colonial style architecture.

Alopi Devi Mandir

Alopi Devi Mandir

It is a one-of-a-kind temple with no idol of any deity. It is considered one of the Shakti Peetha temple of Goddess Sati.

Akshayavat Tree

Akshayavat Tree

It is a sacred banyan tree which is inside the Allahabad Fort. It is considered indestructible and devotees comes to seek blessings from it.

Mankameshwar Temple

Mankameshwar Temple

A serene temple which is dedicated to Lord Shiva, located near the Yamuna River.

Minto Park

Minto Park

Also known as Madan Mohan Malviya Park. This is the place where the declaration of Queen Victoria’s proclamation was first read.

Jawahar Planetarium

Jawahar Planetarium

The planetarium is inside the Anand Bhawan. Offers science shows and space themed exhibits.