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Places To Visit In Prayagraj: A History Lover’s Guide To 7 Iconic Sites You Should Visit

Famous as the site of the Kumbh Mela, Prayagraj played a crucial role in the Indian freedom movement. Bursting with historical m🔴onuments, here are the top 7 places to visit in Prayagraj for every history lover

The Khusro Bagh of Prayagraj houses three mausoleums—one for Prince Khusro, one for his sister a🥃nd one for his mother Photo: Arpita Singh Chauhan/Shutterstock
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Formerly known as Allahabad, Prayagraj is and one of the most populous cities in Uttar Pradesh. It stands at the confluence of , Yamuna and Saraswati rivers and was a vital stronghold of the Mauryan and Gupta empires. The city played a crucial role in and was also the birthplace of Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first prime minister. Today, Prayagraj is famous for the Kumbh Mela, which attracts millions of pilgrims and vi🥀sitors when it's held every 12 years.