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CITY INFORMATION
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Allahabad
According to Hindu mythology, for the 'Prakrishta Yagna', Lord Brahma, the creator - God of the Trinity, chose a piece of land on earth, on which the three rivers - the Ganga, the Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati - would flow into a quiet confluence. That land, blessed by the Gods, came to be called 'Prayag' or 'Allahabad', as it is known today.
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Sangam
The sacred Sangam is the confluence of three of the holiest rivers in Hindu mythology - Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati. It is believed that it is at the Sangam, that a few drops of the nectar 'Amrit Bindu' fell .. making its waters truly magical.
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Patalpuri Temple
Within this underground temple, inside the fort, lies the Akshayavat - or the immortal tree.
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Ashoka Pillar
This gigantic Ashoka pillar, of polished sandstone, stands 10.6 m high, dating back to 232 B.C. The pillar has several edicts, and a Persian inscription of Emperor Jahangir inscribed on it, commemorating his accession to the throne.
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Access by Air
The nearest airports to Allahabad are in Varanasi and Lucknow.
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Access by Road:
It is easy to reach Allahabad with the efficient bus services connecting to all the major cities. |
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Access by Rail:
Allahabad is well connected to the major cities and has 4 railway stations. Some of India’s fastest trains like the Rajdhani and Magadh run from the metropolitan cities like Delhi and Calcutta to Allahabad.
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