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    Prayagraj ( ISO: Prayāgarāja; / ˈpreɪəˌɡrɑːdʒ, ˈpraɪə -/ ), formerly known as Allahabad or Ilahabad, is a metropolis in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. [8] [9] It is the administrative headquarters of the Prayagraj district, the most populous district in the state and 13th most populous district in India and the Prayagraj division.

    • Triveni Sangam. The meeting point or the confluence of three of the most important rivers in the Hindu religion, Triveni Sangam, is a holy place located in Allahabad.
    • Khusro Bagh. Formerly a burial complex near the Allahabad junction railway station, Khusro Bagh is currently a walled garden typical of the Mughal construction.
    • Anand Bhavan. In the 1930s, the original Swaraj Bhavan, today a famous Allahabad tourist place, was transformed into the headquarters of the Indian National Congress.
    • Allahabad Museum. Established in 1931, the Allahabad Museum is one of the most important and grandiose museums of India. It is a place of national importance, housing significant artifacts from the modern historical period of India.
  2. Apr 25, 2024 · Prayagraj, formerly Allahabad, is a city situated at the confluence of the Ganges (Ganga) and Yamuna (Jumna) rivers. It stands on the site of the ancient holy city of Prayag. The present city was founded by the Mughal emperor Akbar in the late 16th century and became the provincial capital of the Mughal Empire.

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  4. District Prayagraj, Government of Uttar Pradesh | The City of Kumbh | India. ABOUT PRAYAGRAJ. View More. AT A GLANCE. Area: 5,482 Sq.Km. Population: 59,54,000. Language: Hindi. Male: 31,32,000. Villages: 3178. Female: 28,23,000. WHAT'S NEW. ULB Election 2022. Tenders. NEWS. More... FIND SERVICES. Certificates. Bills. Social Security. HELPLINE.

  5. Apr 3, 2024 · Learn about the ancient and modern history of Prayagraj, a sacred city and a seat of learning and culture in Uttar Pradesh. Explore its mythological, religious, political and educational significance from Hindu, Buddhist, Mughal, British and Indian perspectives.

  6. May 2, 2024 · Tourism. Prayagraj is a beautiful city situated at the confluence of the Rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. The city draws attention of pilgrims and heritage lovers from all over the world as it opens the traveller to a world of mythological and spiritual wonders.

  7. Jun 22, 2021 · Prayagraj is the original name of Allahabad, where the sacred rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati meet. It is the king of all tirthas and the site of the famous Kumbh Mela, which attracts millions of devotees every six or twelve years.