Ghats in Kanpur
Kanpur is intrinsically an industrial city but thanks to being one of the oldest cities in India. Also, the holy river Ganges is known to pass through the city giving it religious significance. Hindu pilgrims are always in search of river banks next to Holy River Ganga where they can gather and get together to perform religious rituals and follow customs. Kanpur is blessed with quite a few Ghats or river banks, where the these pilgrims are known to visit. As a tourist, these Ghats in Kanpur offer a different perspective of the otherwise Industrial city and give it an interesting twist.
There are various Ghats in Kanpur that one can frequent. Here is a list of a few must see Ghats of Kanpur:
Pathar Ghat : This is one of the famous Ghats in Kanpur that tourists have seemed to take a liking in. Right next to city is Bithoor or Brahmavarta which is considered as a center of Hindu pilgrimage. Pathar Ghat is located here in Bithoor next to the river Ganges. This Ghat is famous for the red stone that is used to build it . The ghat was built by Tikaitrai the minister of the Awadh Dynasty. Just like all riverbanks, this place is also considered as a holy bathing ground for pilgrims. Tourists are often amazed by the beautiful architecture of the Pathar Ghat as it is the true reflection of old Indian architecture. All Ghats are generally adorned with small temples and Pathar Ghat is also not an exception to it. There is a small Lord Shiva Temple that stands next to the river, where pilgrims are known to offer puja to Lord Shiva. The most amazing aspect of this temple is that the Shivalinga is made of Kasauti also known as Philosophers stone, which makes the whole temple enchanting.
BrahmavartGhat : This is considered as one o...
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...ssacre. Whether this was the master plan of Nana Sahib or not. However once the city was won by the British men again many Indians lost their life in the ordeal. Thanks to being the spot where the first war of independence took place, the ghat is known as the Massacre Ghat.
Kanpur is a diverse city, which has innumerous things up its sleeves on offer for tourists to visit and indulge in. If you are a tourist visiting Kanpur who is inclined towards religion, then Kanpur will certainly not disappoint you. The entire topography of the city is dotted with innumerous riverbanks each etched with historical references. These river banks are known for their religious as well as historical significance all across India. So, whether you are inclined towards history or religion, they will entrance you any how and make your trip an enjoyable one that you would always remember.
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