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Prayagraj is known as the "Prime Minister Capital of India", since, seven of fifteen Indian prime ministers of India since independence have connections with the city (Jawaharlal Nehru, Lal Bahadur Shastri, Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi, Gulzarilal Nanda, Vishwanath Pratap Singh and Chandra Shekhar).
Sep 24, 2024 · Prayagraj, city, southern Uttar Pradesh state, northern India. It is situated at the confluence of the Ganges (Ganga) and Yamuna (Jumna) rivers, about 65 miles (100 km) west-northwest of Varanasi (Benares).
Complete travel guide to Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Discover top tourist attractions in Prayagraj, best time to visit, things to do and how to reach Prayagraj.
Prayagraj, [ 1 ] also known as Ilahabad or Allahabad in an anglicized version in Roman script, [ 2 ] and anciently Prayag, is a city situated on an inland peninsula, surrounded by the rivers Ganges and Yamuna on three sides, with only one side connected to the mainland Doab region, of which it is a part.
Oct 1, 2024 · Prayagraj is one of the historic and mythological cities of India with glorious past and present. It continues to enjoy the distinction of being a place of haunting and lasting memories. It is a city of mixed culture of Hindu, Muslims, Jains and Christians.
Prayagraj stands at the confluence of two of India's holiest rivers, the Ganges 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.
Jun 14, 2024 · Fondly called ‘Sangam Nagri’ or ‘Kumbh Nagri’, Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad) boasts numerous places of interest that tourists can visit. While the city hosts one of the greatest religious events in India, the Kumbh Mela, Allahabad is also home to many tourist attractions steeped in history.
