Prayagraj: Confluence of rivers and faiths

Prayagraj lies at Sangam or the Confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati rivers. The Mughal Emperor Akbar named it Illahabad, or the city of God, which the British changed to Allahabad. Mark Twain, the American author, referred to it as Godville. Recently, Allahabad has been officially renamed as Prayagraj. (Photo/ Agencies)

The meeting point of the Ganga's brown water, Yamuna's green water, and the mythical Saraswati, believed to flow underground, is located 7 km from Civil Lines, overlooked by the eastern ramparts of Akbar Fort. The sacred Sangam, with wide flood plains and muddy banks, is where priests perform rituals, and pilgrims take the holiest of dips. (Photo/ Agencies)

Shri Lete Hanuman Ji Mandir, near Triveni Sangam by Allahabad fort, is an ancient temple with a unique sleeping idol of Lord Hanuman, managed by Baghambari Gaddi. Believed to be approximately 700 years old, the idol's discovery by Shri Balgiri Ji Maharaj adds to its sacred history. (Photo/ Prayagraj.nic.in)

The 10.5-meter-high Ashoka Pillar, is located within Prayagraj Fort. Dating back to 232 BCE, its inscriptions highlight Prayagraj's significance in Buddhism. (Photo/ Agencies)

Khusro Bagh, near Allahabad Junction Station, encloses the tombs of Khusro Mirza, Shah Begum, and Princess Sultana Nithar Begam. The Mughal architecture in the sandstone mausoleums is exemplary. (Photo/ Agencies)

Spread across 133 acres, Chandra Shekhar Azad Park, built in 1870, commemorates Prince Alfred's visit to Prayagraj and is also known as Alfred Park. (Photo/ Agencies)

Anand Bhawan, established by Motilal Nehru in the nineteenth century, served as the ancestral home of the Nehru–Gandhi family, including Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi. It's a museum showcasing the family's role in India's freedom struggle. (Photo/ Agencies)

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Prayagraj's famous chaat. This savory street food, adorned with tangy chutneys, crispy fried dough, potatoes, and a melange of spices. Taste the flavorful Dum Bhindi, a dish where okra is slow-cooked w i t h a ro m a t i c s p i c e s a n d tomatoes, resulting in a delightful and tender culinary experience. Loknath Gali is renowned for offering these delectable dishes, inviting you to savour authentic Prayagraj flavors. (Photo/ Agencies)