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Prayagraj, also known as Allahabad, is a famous pilgrimage city in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh. It is famous for the holy Triveni Sangam where the three rivers: the Ganges, the Yamuna and the Saraswati meet at the same point and become one.
Allahabad attracts lakhs of tourists during the Kumbh Mela that takes places once every six years and the Maha Kumbh Mela which takes place every twelve years. Among the places to visit are Allahabad Fort, Khusro Bagh, Anand Bhawan, Moti Mahal, Jawahar Planetarium, Patalpuri Temple, Hanumanji Temple, Alopi Devi Temple, Anand Bhawan, Alfred Park, Minto Park, Thornhill Mayne Memorial and many more. The best time to visit is in the months between October and March. Biryani, Kebab and Gari ki Barfi are must-try delicacies of the city.
Also known as Prayag, Allahabad is a popular pilgrimage destination of India. Located in southern Uttar Pradesh, the city was ranked the third most livable city in the state in the year 2013. Some of the city’s must visit tourist places include Triveni Sangam Allahabad, Hanuman Mandir, Khusro Bagh, Allahabad Museum, Minto Park, Ashoka Pillar, Benimadhav Temple etc. Being an important business and leisure destination, Allahabad is well-connected to other major Indian cities by air, road and rail.