“Prayagasya Praveshshu Papam Nashwati Tatkshanam”
All sins are cleaned with entry in Prayag.
About Prayagraj
Prayagraj is one of the historic and mythological cities of India with glorious past and present. It continues to enjoy the distinction of being a place of haunting and lasting memories. It is a city of mixed culture of Hindu, Muslims, Jains, and Christians.
Rich in Scriptures
Its sanctity is manifest by references in Puranas, the Ramayan and the Mahabharat.
Land of Sages
Home to great sages like, Bharadwaj, Durvasa and Pannas, a centre of ancient learning.
Historic Legacy
From Ashok Pillar to Gupta inscriptions, Prayagraj has witnessed centuries of history.
Cultural Harmony
A harmonious blend of Hindu, Muslims, Jains and Christians traditions.
Educational Hub
A major centre of learning with premier institutions and administrative headquarters.
Spiritual Hearts
The most vibrant spiritually conscious and awakened city of India.
A City with a Glorious Past
Mythological Origins
Birthplace of Som, Varuna and Prajapati. Chosen by Lord Brahma for the first 'Prakrista Yag' on earth.
Ancient Kingdoms
Associated with King Pururava of Chandrabanshiya clan. Nearby kaushambi prospered during Vatsa and Maurya rule.
Historic Inscriptions
Ashok Pillar with inscriptions of 3rd century B.C. abd praise of King Samudragupta and treasured antiques of Prayagraj.
Travelers' Accounts
Chinese traveler Huan Tsang in 643 AD described Prayag as a very holy place inhabited by many Hindus.
Freedom Movement
Heart of India's freedom struggle. Mahatma Gandhi proposed non-violent resistance to liberate India from here.
Leaders of India
Home to many Prime Ministers of India - Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru, Lal Bahadur Shastri, Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi, V.P. Singh and Chandra Shekhar.
Administrative & Educational Hub
Administrative Hub
* High Court of Uttar Pradesh
* Auditor General of Uttar Pradesh
* Principal Controller of Defence Accounts (Pension), Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
* Madhymik Shiksha Prishad ( UP BOARD ) Office
* Police Headquarters
Educational Hub
* Moti Lal Nehru Regional Engg. College (MNREC)
* Medical and Agriculture College
* Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT)
* ITI Naini and IIFCO Phulpur
* Triveni Glass and other major industries
Landmarks & Spiritual Places
Triveni Sangam
Kumbh Mela
Anand Bhawan
Akshaya Vat
Bade Hanuman Ji
Allahabad High Court
