Kanpur,an archaic township of Uttar Pradesh.
One of the major cities of Uttar Pradesh, it is also one of the most advanced and modern cities in the North India.
It has, of late become a major center of education and commerce.
However, like all other cities, it has its share of history which tourists shall like to discover.
The best thing about visiting Kanpur is that one can enjoy superior accommodation and facilities, while conveniently making excursions to nearby places of interest like Lucknow and Barabanki.
Best time to visit Kanpur:
November-February is a good season to take a trip to North India.
Reaching to/ Getting to Kanpur,Uttar pradesh:
By air
The closest airport is the Chakeri airport of Kanpur. The Amausi airport of Lucknow is another airport close to Kanpur (65 km).
By rail
All the major express trains connect Kanpur to other cities like Delhi, Lucknow, Amritsar, Calcutta, Puri, Guwahati, Barauni and Allahabad.
By road
NH 2 and NH 25 run close to Kanpur, connecting it to major cities in the plains.
Google map of Kanpur,Uttar Pradesh:
Hotels and Resorts in and around Kanpur,Uttar Pradesh:
The Landmark Hotel
Hotel Meghdoot
Gaurav Hotel
Geet Hotel
Hotel Atithi
Hotel Rajmahal
Cawnpore Lodge
Central Hotel
Hindu Apna Hotel
Hotel Aagman
Things to do/ Places to visit in Kanpur:
Jajmau
Shri Radhakrishna Temple
Jain Glass Temple
Allen Forest Zoo
Kanpur Memorial Church
Kamla Retreat
Phool Bagh
Nana Rao Park
Food & Shopping in Kanpur:
Leather products are the most popular item on offer here.
A range of leather varieties are produced by small and big firms, which are then converted into attractive purses, bags, wallets, jackets and shoes.
What’s more, all leather items have special colorful designs that are typically Kanpuri.
Major shopping areas are Birhana Road, the Mall, Navneen Market and P.P.N. Market.
Food in Kanpur is typical North Indian fare with plenty of oil, spices and taste.
Other important links:
Official website of Kanpur
Kanpur on Wikipedia
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28 Jul, 2009 