Meerut
Meerut city is a historical and ancient city, which is mentioned in Mahabharata and many mythological texts.
Places to visit in Meerut
Surajkund
This place of Meerut is quite famous. Surajkund was built by a
businessman named Jawahar. According to people, earlier this pond was filled
with drain water. Later this water was drained and filled with clean Ganga
water. Manohar Nath ji's temple is built near the pond.
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| Surajkund Park |
Hastinapur
This place is located near Meerut city. Hastinapur is directly
related to the Mahabharata period. This has been described in the Puranas. In
earlier times this city was the capital of Kuru kingdom. Many incidents of
Hastinapur took place here. Like all the sons of Kaurava were born here. Apart
from this, there are many other historical places here. Karna Ghat and Draupadi
Ghat are built in Hastinapur city.
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| Hastinapur |
Museum
If you are interested in knowing history and want to get acquainted
with the glorious history of India, then during your trip to Meerut, you must
visit the Museum of Meerut. Meerut Museum is a popular tourist destination in
Meerut. Here you will get to see much such evidence of the Mahabharata period,
which will make you believe that the story of Mahabharata shown in the TV
serial is not only a story but also the glorious history of India. Apart from
this, here you will get many information related to the freedom struggle of
1857 and you will also get many such items of freedom fighters, which will make
you feel proud of them.
Vilvaveshvara Temple
Vilvaveshwar Temple located in Meerut is a famous tourist destination of Meerut. Besides this, it is a holy religious place. This temple is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple was built by the Maratha rulers in 1820 AD. To keep the Shivling safe inside the temple, a copper kalash has been placed over it. The architecture of the temple is very beautiful. The environment around the temple fascinates the tourists. There is also a big Sanskrit college near the temple, where Sanskrit education is given to children.
Pandava Temple of Sardhana
Pandav Temple of Sardhana is a major tourist destination of
Meerut. It is located at a distance of 20 kilometers from the main city of
Meerut. this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple was built by the
five Pandava sons of Mahabharata when they were going from Hastinapur to
Lakshagriha. At the same time, he built this temple and established Lord Shiva
and his Shivalinga here. There is a crowd of devotees in the temple every day.
Local people believe that whatever devotees come here with a true heart and
worship the Lord, all their wishes are fulfilled.
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| Pandav Temple |
Fantasy World Water Park
Fantasy World Water Park is a great tourist destination in Meerut to relax away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Fantasy World Water Park is very popular in Meerut to spend entertainment time with your family and children. If you visit Meerut in the summer season, then to get relief from the heat, you can visit Fantasy World Water Park and enjoy the thrilling water ride here. This water park is open from 10:30 am to 6:30 pm. The entry fee here for adults is ₹ 500. Whereas on Saturday and Sunday there is an additional entry fee of ₹ 100.
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| Fantasy World Water Park |
St. John's Church
St. John's Church is one of the quite ancient churches. This
church of Meerut is one of the oldest churches in North India. This church was
built by the East India Company. There are many places in Meerut where many
battles of the freedom struggle took place between Indians and the British.
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| St. John's Church |
Aughadnath Temple
This temple is one of the famous temples of Meerut. This temple had a special contribution during the War of 1857. During the war of 1857, the British used to call Indians as Kali Paltan. Aughadnath temple was very near the barracks of Meerut. This temple was also known by the name of Kali Paltan Temple. The idol of Lord Shankar is installed inside the temple. A large number of devotees of Shiva come here during Shivratri and Sawan to have darshan. People living near the temple say that Shivaji's Maratha army never forgot to visit this temple before going to any war. Tourists keep coming to this temple.
Shapir
Shapir is a Dargah situated in Meerut, which is famous among tourists from a tourism point of view. This Dargah was built by Queen
Noorjahan during the Mughal period in 1628 AD. This Dargah is dedicated to
Hazrat Shah Pir, the teacher of Jahangir, who was also the advisor of Queen
Noor Jahan. The monument is made of red stone, around which there are four
pillars. A very beautiful view arises here at the time of sunset. The lush
green trees and plants surrounding the monument create a picturesque view,
which attracts tourists. During Ramzan there is a huge crowd of Muslim devotees
here.
Vidur's mound
Vidur Ka Tila is a beautiful tourist destination located in
Meerut. This mound is 55 to 60 feet high. It is said that during the time of
Mahabharata, a wise thinker named Vidur used to live in this fort. It is said
that he was very famous among the people. People who were unable to solve any
of their problems used to come to him from far and wide for advice. This mound
produces beautiful views at sunset. The peaceful environment around it
mesmerizes the tourists here.
Dargah of Wale Miya
This Dargah was built by Qutubuddin Aibak in the year 1194. Urs
is organized every year at this Dargah of Muslims. This is an ancient Dargah,
which is situated at some distance from Meerut. A temple of Mata Chandi Devi is
also built nearby. You can also roam around this place.
Abu Lane
If you are planning to do some shopping during your trip to
Meerut then this Abu Lane of Meerut is a famous market. This market is very old
and a bit cramped but all the necessary things are available here.
There are many shops here, from where you can buy anything of
your choice. Apart from this, there are also street food stalls where you can
enjoy delicious street food.
Digambar Jain Temple
If you are interested in or want to get acquainted with the traditions and culture of Jainism, then you can visit the Digambar Jain Temple during your trip to Meerut. This temple is associated with the Digambar sect, one of the two major sects of Jainism, Shwetambar and Digambara. This temple is about 100 years old. In this temple, a 7-foot-high statue of Lord Parshvanath, the Tirthankara of Jainism, has been installed, on which silk clothes are draped.
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| Digambar Jain Temple |
Mansa Devi Temple
This famous temple of Mansa Devi is situated near the Medical
College of Meerut. There is a lot of crowd in Mata's temple during Navratri.
People believe that by worshiping Mata Mansa Devi, the wishes of the devotees
are fulfilled. A big statue of Mansa Devi is installed inside the temple.
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| Mansa Devi Temple |
Gandhi Park
Gandhi Park used to be a park for entertaining British soldiers.
This park is located in the heart of Meerut city. You will get to see greenery
inside the park. Musical fountains, botanical gardens, many swings for children
are also installed inside Gandhi Park. People living here come in the morning
and evening to do yoga etc.
Memorial
This martyr memorial of Meerut is built on Wasted Road in
Meerut. The height of this martyr memorial is 30 meters, which is made of white
marble. Not all trees and plants are planted inside the martyr memorial. If you
are interested in knowing the history then you can come to this place.
Bhole Ki Jhal
Bhole Ki Jhal situated in Meerut is a major dam of Meerut. Not only this, this dam is the main source of electricity supply in Meerut. If you are looking for a place during your trip to Meerut, where you can spend some moments of peace and tranquility, then you can visit this dam. You can spend some moments of peace here. This dam is not very deep, so you can also enjoy a boat ride here. Many stalls are also set up here in the evening. During this time you can enjoy spicy snacks. There is no entry fee to visit here, you can visit this dam from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm.
Draupadi's kitchen
Draupadi Ki Rasoi located in Meerut is a wonderful monument in Meerut, situated on the banks of the Badganga River. This place is very popular in Meerut for history lovers. There is a story about this place that his wife Draupadi used to cook food for the five Pandava brothers during their exile. Even once when Lord Shri Krishna was returning from a visit to Hastinapur, he had asked Draupadi for food here. But they had nothing to cook food with.
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| Draupadi Ki Rasoi |
Mustafa Castle
This is one of the tourist places in Meerut. Nawab Mustafa was a
great Persian poet. This place was built by Mustafa Nawab himself. It is
constructed on about 30 acres of land. Special attention has been given to all
the amenities inside the fort. Many styles have been used in the construction
of the fort.
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