Location

Located at the confluence of the three most important rivers of India, the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati, the city of Allahabad is situated 98 m above sea level. Just 135 kms west of the city lies the city of Varanasi, which is known for its rich contribution to Indian culture, history as well as the religion of Hinduism.

Area and Population

Spanning a total area of about 2261, sq. km the city of Allahabad is home to a population of around 62.63 crores.

Main Languages

The main languages spoken in the region are Hindi, English and Urdu.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Allahabad is during the winter which stretches between November and March. January is one of the peak periods of tourism in the city when the famous Magh Mela takes place drawing thousands of devotees from all across the country to the Holy City.

Getting Around the City

The most convenient means of moving around the city of Allahabad is by renting cars through your travel agent or the hotel where you are staying. These cars are generally chauffeur driven as options for renting self-driven cars in Allahabad are few. Besides cars, the others means of conveyances available for moving in and around the city are cycle rickshaws, auto-rickshaws and private taxis.

Shopping

Shopping areas in Allahabad are located around the Civil Lines, Chowk and Katra regions. If you are looking for ethnic and traditional things then Katra is the place you would want to visit while for more trendy stuff you could drop in at the market at Civil Lines.

Travel Tips

If you planning to visit Allahabad during summer then make sure you pack in a lot of light cottons. During winters when the evenings have a tendency to get chilly, it is best to add in some light woolens as well.

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