Meerut , Uttar Pradesh
About Meerut
Located in the state of Uttar Pradesh, Meerut is an ancient city, popular with travelers and tourists alike. The city is one of the largest in the state, and is home to the second largest cantonment in India.
Meerut is the largest producer of musical instruments in India and one of the largest for sports goods. Also, for its production of bicycles, Meerut is often dubbed ‘the peddle city’ as most of the rickshaw in the world are made here.
The town is also noted for its education, and has many schools dating back a number of years ago. Perhaps most famously, the town is associated with first war for India's independence in 1857, when the city rose to international prominence. 10th of May is still celebrated as a local holiday in Meerut.
One of the most striking aspects to the city is its Jain temple and roots which have led to one of the most celebrated Jain pilgrimage sites in India. These temples serve as the main source of tourism for the city and are as complex as they are decorative. Each one celebrating one of the many facets of the religion. There are 7 temples or structure in all. And these are located close to the city center to be reached without any problems. For those with a culinary interest, the city has a sweet tooth and is famous for its confectionaries, the Gazaks and Rewri.
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National Philatelic Museum, Delhi
0 km from Meerut - See map
The National Philatelic Museum in Delhi is a treasure trove for anyone interested in the history and art of postage stamps. Located in the heart...
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Shahpeer's Mausoleum, Uttar Pradesh
0.7 km from Meerut - See map
A beautiful red colored structure, due to the sandstone bricks which make up the main part of the building. The temple was built by the Mughals to...
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Dargah of Baley Miyan, Uttar Pradesh
1.1 km from Meerut - See map
A dargah, or Islamic meeing house, built by Qutb-ud-din Aybak in 1194. The dargah is dedicated to a local man Baley Miyan, (Ghazi Saiyyed Salar...
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Jama Masjid, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
1.4 km from Meerut - See map
Built in 1019, the Jama Masjid is a Mosque. It was built by the Sultan Mahmud Ghaznavi’s chief minister. This is considered to be the 1st Muslim...
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Gandhi Bagh, Uttar Pradesh
2.6 km from Meerut - See map
Also known as the Company Garden, the Gandhi Bagh is spread over an area of 30 acres. The site is a center of attraction for sports activities in...
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Mustafa Castle, Uttar Pradesh
3 km from Meerut - See map
Built in memorial to the poet and critic, Mustafa Khan. Mustafa Khan was something of an agitator and eventually, a dissident, when the British...
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St. John's Church, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
3.4 km from Meerut - See map
Built in a four year period from 1819, the church is constructed in a semi-gothic style, housing a huge but non-functioning pipe organ. It has...
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Sardhana, Uttar Pradesh
24.7 km from Meerut - See map
Famous for its cloth and large church, Sardhana is a town which lies slightly outside of the main town. The town has a number of buildings of...
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Jain temples of Hastinapur, Uttar Pradesh
38.4 km from Meerut - See map
A town located slightly outside Meerut, it’s the site of many Jain temples. It’s considered to be one of the holiest pilgrimage locations for...
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Garhmukteshwar, Uttar Pradesh
43.5 km from Meerut - See map
Garhmukteshwar, a historic and sacred city in the Hapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India, is renowned for its religious significance and cultural...
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Thakurdwara Templezi, Uttar Pradesh
47.6 km from Meerut - See map
After passing some picturesque scenery, one can reach the Thakurdwara temple in Ajrara Village. This temple which was built by King Ajay Pal is...
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Dudheshwar Nath Mandir, Uttar Pradesh
48.1 km from Meerut - See map
Dudheshwar Nath Mandir is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is one of the must see places in Ghaziabad. Located 2 km away from Hindon, a holy...
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