VISITING PLACES

Bithor or (Brahmavarta) is a centre of Hindu pilgrimage in Kanpur District near Kanpur city, in Uttar Pradesh, India.Bithoor has been referred to as Brahmavarta in the Puranas, and is the center of Brahman (universe).This is where, according to Hindu mythology, Brahma, the god of creation, commenced creation of the world. Brahma is also believed to to have enshrined here a lingam of Shiva, which is still worshiped as the deity Brahmeshwar Mahadeva. In some ancient texts, Bithoor has been referred to as the Utpalaranya.

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IIT KANPUR

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur carries out original research of significance and technology development at the cutting edge. It imparts training for students to make them competent, motivated engineers and scientists. The Institute not only celebrates freedom of thought, cultivates vision and encourages growth, but also inculcates human values and concern for the environment and the society.

For Contact go Through the website  :www.iitk.ac.in

Shri Radhakrishna Temple
(J.K. Temple)

Beautifully constructed, J.K. temple is a boon to the devotees. Built by J.K. Trust this architectural delight is a unique blend of ancient architecture with the modern. The even-level roofs o the mandaps have been provided with adequate ventilation for sufficient light and air. Among the five shrines that the temple has the central one s consecrated to Shri Radhakrishna and the other are adorned with idols of Shri Laxminarayan, Shri. Ardhanarishwar, Shri Narmadeshwar and Shri Hanuman.

IIPR,KANPUR

Indian Institute of Pulses Research (IIPR) is a national institute established by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) to carry out basic strategic and applied research on major pulse crops. Besides generating basic knowledge and material, the Institute also develops appropriate production and protection technologies, production and supply of breeder seeds of improved varieties, demonstration and transfer of technologies and strategic coordination of pulse research through wide network of testing centers across the country.

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The Kanpur Memorial Church 

The Kanpur Memorial Church was built in 1875, in honour of the British who lost their lives in the war of 1857. The Church was designed by Walter Granville, architect of the east Bengal Railway. The complete Church in Lombardic gothic style is handsomely executed in bright red brick, with polychrome dressings. The interior contains monuments to the mutiny, including several memorial tablets.In the separate enclosure to the east of the church is the Memorial Garden, approached through two gateways. Here the handsome carved gothic screen, designed by Henry Yule, stands. Its centre is occupied by the beautiful carved figure of an angle by Baron Carlo Marochetti, with crossed arms, holding palons, symbol of peace.

Green Park Stadium

This is the best & the most famous play ground of Kanpur.International cricket matches are held here and is considered to have one of the best pitches in the world.

Jajmau

The mound of Jajmau, on the eastern end of the city occupies a high place among ancient sities of the region. Excavations of the mound were undertaken during 1957-58 which unearthed antiquities ranging from 600 BC to 1600 AD. Jajmau,known as Siddhapuri in ancient times, is supposed to have been the kingdom of Yayati, the Pauranic king and the high mound overhanging the Ganga is known as the site of his fort.

Allen Forest Zoo

The Kanpur Zoo was opend in 1971 and ranks among one of the best zoos in the country. It is an ideal place for outdoor life and picnics amongst picturesque surroundings. Phone: 543678.

Kamla Retreat

Lies to the west of the Agricultural College in immediate neighbourhood of the Allen Forest. It is under the possession of Singhania family and is a beauty spot of the city. There is a swimming tank with an equipment for producing artificial waves and suitable arrangement for lighting. Besides parks and a canal with facilities for boating, a zoo is also maintained.

Kamla Retreat also houses a museum which has a good collection of historical and archaeological artifacts. Visitors are allowed only with prior permission from:; Deputy General Manager (Administration), Kamla Tower, Kamalanagar, Kanpur, UP. Phone: 311478 & 311479.

Phool Bagh

It is a beautiful park in the heart of the city on the Mall Road. In the centre of the park is a building known as Ganesh Shanker Vidyarthi Memorial (K.E.M. Hall). After the first World War there was an Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Hospital in this building. It is now known as Ganesh Udyan.

Nana Rao Park

To the west of Phool Bagh is located the Nana Rao Park. It is the site of the `Bibighar’ of 1857. The Park was renamed as Nana Rao Park after independence.

Dwarka Dhish Temple

Situated adjacent to Kamla Tower, this temple is dedicated to the worship of Lord Krishna.The jhoola dedicated during sravan is worth viewing in this Temple.

Phool Bagh

Also situated on Mall Road, it is generally used for public meetings.A part of garden is specially well maintained where the annual flower shows are held. It also has a summer house and a large public library is situated here.

Brijendra Swaroop Parka

Situated in Aryanagar area of Kanpur,this park is also very big and has spacious lawns and play grounds.

Moti Jheel

This is drinking water reservoir of Kanpur Waterworks. It is situated in the Benajhabar area of the city The area around the jheel has recently been developed into a beautiful recreation grounds & children parks.

Agricultural Gardens

Situated in Nawab Ganj area, it has very beautiful & shady drive and a variety of botanical species are cultivated here.
Allen Forest Zoo

Situated beyond Nawab Ganj, north of Kanpur, it is a well known picnic spot and has forest training school.This vast forest possesses well maintained zoo which abounds in the rare species of animals.
Green Park Stadium

 
This is the best & the most famous play ground of Kanpur.International cricket matches are held here and is considered to have one of the best pitches in the world.
Kamla Retreat

Situated beyond Nawab Ganj,this is an attractive health resort privately owned by the Singhania Family of M/s Juggilal Kamlapat popularly known as the J.K passes for visisting the resort can be obtained from the Kamla Tower, kanpur.

Massacre Ghat

On the right bank of the river Ganga in the Cantonment Area, lies this place of great historical importance, since the time of India mutiny of 1857.The Ghat has been renamed as Nanarao Ghat, in the memory of Nana Saheb Peshwa, who ejected the British from Kanpur.The Ghat is also Known as Satti Chura Ghat, which was the scene

of terrible massacre.

Other Places of Interest

Other Places of Interest are; Tapeshwaridevi Temple, Vankhahdeshwar Temple, Anandeshwar Temple, Tulsi Upvan-Children Park, Botanical Garden, Prayag Narain Temple (Shivalaya), Nanarao Ghat, Panki Hanuman Temple and Singhania Art Gallary.