Prayagraj Heritage Walk
Prayagraj lies at Sangam or the Confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati rivers. It is believed to be the second oldest city in India and plays a central role in Hindu scriptures. The Mughal Emperor Akbar named it Illahabad, or the city of God, which the British changed to Allahabad. Mark Twain, the American author, referred to it as Godville. Recently, Allahabad has been officially renamed as Prayagraj. It became the capital of the North-Western Provinces in 1858 and was the capital of India for a day.
The city played an important role in the Revolt of 1857. Subsequently, it played a pivotal role in the freedom movement. The 1888 session of the Indian National Congress was held in the city, and by the turn of the 90th Century Prayagraj became a revolutionary Centre.
07:00 AM - Tour starts from Hotel Ilawart Prayagraj
Allahabad Fort – 07:15 AM
Allahabad Fort was built by the Mughal emperor Akbar in 1583. The fort stands on the banks of the Yamuna, near its confluence with the Ganges. It is classified by the Archaeological Survey of India as a monument of national importance. A stone inscription inside the fort describes 1583 as the foundation year, but this inscription is related to Ashok and was moved here from Kosambi.
Akshaya Vat
The Akshaya Vat, a revered Banyan tree, is located within the Allahabad Fort, inside the Patalpuri Temple complex. It is considered a sacred manifestation of Lord Vishnu. The tree can be observed from a distance due to restricted access.
Bharadwaj Ashram – 08:00 AM
Located in Prayagraj, the ashram is connected with the Ramayana, where Lord Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana rested after crossing the Ganges. Founded by Sage Bharadwaj, it served as a Gurukula, a center of Vedic learning. The ashram is also believed to be where the Pushpaka Vimana was designed.
Vijay Nagar Hall – Allahabad University – 08:30 AM
Designed by William Emerson and opened in 1872, Muir Central College (now part of Allahabad University) is a notable example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. It includes a museum with artefacts from Kaushambi, including pottery and coins.
Chandra Shekhar Azad Park (Alfred Park) – 09:00 AM
This park, renamed in memory of revolutionary Chandra Shekhar Azad, who died here in 1931, was formerly Alfred Park. It spans 133 acres and was a British ceremonial site. It houses a statue of George V and Victoria at its center.
Back to Rahi Ilawart Tourist Bungalow – 09:30 AM
Take Refreshment
Tour Summary
- Starting Point: Rahi Ilawart Tourist Bungalow
- Duration: 02:30 hours (7:00 AM 09:30 AM)
- Package Includes:
- Entry Fees
- Tour Guide
- Bottled Water
- Printed Literature
- Breakfast
- Transportation
- Price: 525.00 (GST Included)
Uttar Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation Ltd.
3rd Floor, C-13, Vipin Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow-226010 (UP)
Website: www.upstdc.co.in
For Reservation Contact:
UPTOURS Prayagraj: 0532-24083333, 2408377, 9415311133
Email: ilawart@upstdc.co.in
For Online Booking: upstdc.co.in
Proposed Costing (10 Pax Basis)
| Vehicle Expense (Fuel) | 400.00 |
| Guide Fee | 1500.00 |
| Entry Fee of Company | 100.00 |
| Refreshment | 2250.00 |
| UP Tours Profit | 750.00 |
| GST | 250.00 |
| Total | 5250.00 |
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| Per Head (Minimum 10 Pax) | 525.00 |
