Allahabad is one of the most visited tourist destinations in India and the various tourist destinations in Allahabad are some of the most traveled among them. Situated on the meeting point of the rivers Ganges and Yamuna, the city of Allahabad bears a rich political, historical, and religious heritage. Visited by the likes of Hiuen Tsang, Fa Hien, Akbar, Dara Shikoh, Harsha, Khusro and Queen Victoria, the city is till today one of the most frequented tourist destinations in India, drawing several tourists from different parts of the world.

The numerous tourist destinations in Allahabad are discussed as follows:

Sangam:
Basically a holy spot on the convergence of three holy rivers-Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati, it is sited just about 7 km from Civil Lines. Numerous tourists, saints, religious followers, visit this hallowed pilgrimage site which hosts the celebrated Kumbh Mela after every twelve years. Till today it is acclaimed as one of the prime tourist destinations in Allahabad on anybody�s tour to India.

Magh Mela:
Another of the famous fairs is the Magh Mela which is celebrated during the month of February.

Patalpuri Temple and Akshaya Vat:
Located within the Allahabad Fort, the Patalpuri Temple is in fact an underground temple, bearing associations with Lord Rama. The famous Akshaya Vat, one of the holiest trees of the Hindus also lies inside the temple.

Allahabad Fort:
Bearing fine illustrations of art, design, architecture, and craftsmanship, the Allahabad Fort was constructed by Akbar in AD 1583. Jodhabai�s Palace is one of the tourist sites in the compound of this fort.

Ashoka Pillar:
Built in 232 B.C, this 10.6 meters high sandstone pillar has various Persian inscriptions, marking the coronation of Emperor Jahangir. This is another of the prime tourist attractions in India.

Anand Bhawan:
Preserving mementos of the Nehru-Gandhi family and one of the finest museums of India, the Anand Bhawan is actually the family home of the Nehru family.

Swaraj Bhawan:
The erstwhile headquarters of the Congress Committee, it is the birthplace of Mrs. Indira Gandhi and presently is home to the Jawaharlal Nehru Trust.

Allahabad Museum:
Home to the paintings of Nicholas Roerich, Rajasthani miniatures, terracotta statuettes, coins and stone figures from the 2nd century BC till date the Allahabad Museum stands near Chandra Shekhar Azad Park.

The other tourist destinations in Allahabad are Hanuman Mandir and Khusrau Bagh.

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