Popular Temples in Allahabad and Some Good Allahabad Hotels

By Ipsita Prusty

Allahabad is a popular pilgrimage destination in Uttar Pradesh. Being a sacred place, this city has several popular temples, some of which are extremely ancient. Read on more to know about the most popular Allahabad temples and good hotels in Allahabad for your next stay.

Popular temples in Allahabad

Patalpuri Temple is one of the most famous temples in Allahabad. According to Hindu mythologies, Lord Ram performed pinda daan for his forefathers in this unique old temple before proceeding to Chitrakoot. There are several shrines and the famous Akshavata tree. The view of aarti offered to Lord Ram once a day is a memorable and divine experience in itself.

Bade Hanumanji Mandir is one of the holiest Allahabad temples. There is an orange-colored, 9-foot long idol of Lord Hanuman, enclosed in the Hanuman Kund, a dry tank. It is said the image was found by a holy man while he was searching for a place to build his ashram. No shadow of any war or battle has fallen over Allahabad after the construction of this temple. It is also said that during the monsoons, when waters rise in the Sangam, they reach the temple and just touch the feet of Hanumanji before receding.

Kalyani Devi Temple is one among the sacred 51 Shaktipeeths (holiest places of Goddess Durga) in India. The fingers of Sati's left hand are believed to have fallen at Prayag, which became two renowned temples, dedicated to Kalyani Devi and Lalita Devi. T he beautiful Kalyani Devi idol is believed to be 1,500 years old.

Lalita Devi Temple is situated within a circular building in the middle of the courtyard. The deity, Lalita Devi (one of the forms of Goddess Durga) is clothed in bright, richly embroidered brocade and gold ornaments. The Bargad Ghat near the temple is considered very holy. The more devout first bathe at this crowded ghat before entering the temple. A shrine in the temple has a linga made of mercury. Devotees believe that every wish uttered in this temple is fulfilled.

Hotels in Allahabad

Hotel Ajay International is one of the deluxe hotels in Allahabad located close to railway station. It has a good overall star rating of 3 on 5 and 80% customer recommendation. The hotel offers centrally air-conditioned rooms equipped with all modern amenities. It also facilitates the guests with multi cuisine restaurant, coffee shop and conference hall. Rooms are available in a price range of Rs.2200-3500. Valentines Hotel, Civil Road is the one among budget Allahabad hotels located close to all the transport terminals and Sangam. It has a good overall rating of 3.5 stars out of 5 and is recommended by 6 out of 10 guests stayed here. The hotel provides quality accommodation with several facilities in a pocket friendly range starting from Rs.1500.

The author is an editor of Allahabad hotels and tour packages. Book in advance the hotels in Allahabad and other budget hotels in Allahabad to make your trip memorable and hassle free.

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