Known to be among the most visited and popular tourist destinations in the state of Uttar Pradesh, Prayagraj is known to be the second-oldest city in India. The city is home to the three well-known rivers, Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati that meet at one place, which is called 'Sangam' by the local people. Also, it hosts a worldwide popular festival, Kumbh Mela every 12 years. This festival witnesses thousands of tourists from around the world.
Things to do in Prayagraj
From witnessing the historical monuments and uniquely designed forts to visiting popular churches and gardens, the city has a lot to offer. One can travel around and try the delicious street food dishes that are famous among the tourists. Some of the popular local dishes are kathi rolls, panipuri, dum aloo, tamatar chat, khasta aloo, samosa and makkhan malai.
Tourist attractions in Prayagraj
There are several tourist attractions in the city that are a must-visit if you are fond of the rich history and culture. Some of the famous spots in the city include Triveni Sangam, Allahabad Fort, Khusro Bagh, All Saints' Cathedral, Allahabad Museum, Jawahar Emporium and Anand Bhawan.
Places to shop
The city boasts various street markets that are among the top of every shopping spree’s list. Some of the most famous places to shop in the city include Bhuali Crafts, Chowk, Vivekanand Marg, Phaphamau Bazaar, Nehru Complex and MG Marg. These are the places where one can find a variety of cloth materials to jewellery and handicrafts to handbags.
Best time to visit
The city experiences extremely hot weather conditions during the summer season that is from May to August. It is better to visit the city during the winter season (October to March) as the weather conditions are pleasant, making it an ideal time to explore.
Modes of transport
One can find various modes of transport in the city such as auto-rickshaws, cycle-rickshaws, e-rickshaws, buses, taxis and private cabs. If you are travelling shorter distances, then e-rickshaws are the best and cheapest mode of transport.
Weather in Prayagraj
May to July constitute the hottest months in the city. The temperature rises to about 40 degrees Celsius. While the city experiences calm weather in the winter season that is from October to March. The temperature ranges between 10 degrees Celsius to 20 degrees Celsius.
Airport in Prayagraj
Bamrauli Airport is the only domestic airport in the city. IndiGo runs several domestic flights from this city. For more information about the flights and airport, you can visit IndiGo’s official website.