Location: Uttar Pradesh
Attractions: Allahabad High Court,
Public Library
Architechture: Colonial Architecture
Of Late 19th & Early 20th Century
Languages: Hindi, English |
Tourism in
Allahabad
One of the largest cities in Uttar Pradesh
Allahabad bears testimony to the transfer of
power from the East India company to the
British Crown after the 1857 uprising The
public library, the High Court, Allahabad
University, Muir College, Mayo Memorial Hall
are some structures that portray the
exquisite colonial architecture prevalent in
the 19th and the early 20th century.
The most sacred spot in Allahabad is Triveni
Sangam, the confluence of three of the
holiest rivers of the Hindu mythology, the
holy Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical
Saraswati. Devout Hindus from all over India
come to this sacred pilgrimage point to
offer prayers and take a dip in the holy
waters. It is believed that a holy dip taken
at the Sangam washes away all sins.
PRIME ATTRACTIONS
Religious Places
All Saint's Cathedral
William Emerson designed the Cathedral
church of All Saint's at Allahabad in
1870’s, but it was consecrarted only in
1887AD. The church, which has been described
as the finest Anglican Cathedral in Asia is
faced in white stone from Surajpur with red
stone dressings.
Holy Trinity Church
Constructed in 1839 under the supervision of
Lieutanant Sharp and architect Major Smith,
this is the first church of Allahabad.
Jamuna Church
Built in 1847 by John Freeman, one of the
first American Presbyterian missionaries who
arrived in Allahabad.
Others
Ram Lila
Allahabad Dussehra is marked with the unique
procession of beautifully decorted "chowkis"
accompained by Ramdals every evening.
Public Library (1864)
Standing at Alfred park this building was
opened as a memorial to the friendship of
Lord Thornhill, the then C mmissioner of
Allahabad and Mr. Mayne, the then Collector.
It was called the "Thomhill and Mayne
Memorial". Designed by R.Roskell Rayne, this
public library is a remarkable example of
Gothic Style. The memorial has a lofty tower
and acarded cloisters. In 1879 thelibrary
was shifted to the present p9remises, at
alfred park. It has about 75,000 books,
besidees a treasure trove of manuscripts and
journals.
The Old High Court and Public Offices
They are four storied block. Made of
sandstone and ashiar these were built by
Colonel Piele in i 870 in the classical
style. The Minto Park to the west of the ton
has a Memorial Pillar enriched with Royal
medallions and four lions carrrying the
Imperial coronet. This was a memorial pillar
to the Royal Proclamation of the assumption
of rule by the British crown in 1858. The
Municipal Museum adjoining the library is
yet another colonial structure which is a
treasuretrove of archaeological artefacts.
Allahabad Museum
The Allahabad Museum has an impressive
collection of Sunga, Gupta, late Gupta and
early medieval period sculptural
masterpieces, discovered at different places
around Allahabad.
Muir College (1874)
Designed by William Emerson, this is an
excellent mix of Gothic and Indian
architectural elements. Commenced in 1874
and opened in 1886, it has an arcaded
quadrangle which is dominated by a 200ft
minaret tower in cream coloured sandstone
from Mirzapur with marble and mosaic floors.
The domes of the Indo saracenic structure
are clad in Multan glazed tiles.
Mayo Memorial Hall(1879) 
Situated near the Thornhill and Mavne
Memorial this large hall with a 180 ft high
tower was designed by R.Roskell Bayne. The
interior of this memorial hall is ornamented
with designs by Professor Gamble of the
South Kensington Museum, London. Completed
in 1879 this hall was meant for public
meetings, balls and receptions in
commemoration of the assassinated Viceroy.
Ewing Christian College (1901)
In 1901 the Allahabad Christian College was
founded by Dr. Arthur Ewing with eight
students. By 1912 when Dr. Ewing passed away
the college had its own Physics lab,
Princeton hostel, Rhea hostel, Engineering
buildings, the main building, Agricultural
department, Philadelphia hostel and Turner
hostel. memory of its great founder this
college was a leading educational
institution of Allahabad during early 19th
century.
Allahabad High Court(1916)
Chief Justice, Sir John Staley laid the
foundation in 1911. It was finally completed
in 1916 and opened by Viceroy Lord
Chelmsford. Designed by Frank Lishman. this
structure is subtly adapted to the climate
as is evident from the double roofing with
Allahabad tiles on top to beat the summer
heat. Conceived in a grand fashion, it has a
domed pedimented centre, arcaded wings,
stone balustrades and engrailed arches. It
reflects a beautiful synthesis of Eastern
and Western architectural styles
Ranipur Wildlife Sanctuary
This 230 sq. kms.of sanctuary is rich in
wildlife.
HOW TO GET THERE 
Rail: Allahabad has four railway stations,
but major trains on the broad-gauge Delhi-Kanpur-Kolkatta
line arrive at the main Allahabad Junctions.
Road: Allahabad is well connected by road to
all the major cities and town of the state
and buses ply regulalry to nearby towns of
Varanasi, Kanpur & Lucknow.
Local Transport: Taxis, cycles and auto
rickshaws are the most common mode of
traansport within the city.
PLACES TO STAY
Allahabad has hotels to suit most budgets
and temperaments, with resonable options
generally in the old Chowk area to the
south, and the mid-range and luxurious ones
in the Civil Lines.
NEARBY CITIES
¤ Varanasi (125 km)
¤ Kanpur (195 km)
¤ Lucknow (238 km) |
