Mirzapur - 5 Attractions You Must Visit

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About Mirzapur

Famous for the holy shrine of Vindhyachal, Ashtbhuja, and Kali khoh and also have Devrahwa Baba ashram. It has many waterfalls and natural spots. It was once the largest district in Uttar Pradesh before the split-up of Sonebhadra.

Types of Attractions in Mirzapur

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List of Attractions in Mirzapur

Chandra Prabha Wildlife Sanctuary

The Chandra Prabha Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as Chandraprabha, is situated in Chandauli district of Uttar Pradesh state in central India. It is well endowed with beautiful picnic spots, dense forests, and scenic waterfalls like Rajdari and Devdari that attract tourists every year to its vicinity. Chandra Prabha Wildlife Sanctuary is situated about 70 kilometres from the historic city of Varanasi.

Chunar Fort

Chunar Fort

Forts

Old Ruins

The Chunar fort is situated in the Vindhya Range at a distance of about 45 odd km from Varanasi. The Chunar fort is located in the Mirzapur district. According to the Puranas, the oldest name of Chunar was Charanadri as Lord Vishnu had taken his first step in his Vaman incarnation in the dynasty of Great King Bali. However, Chunar came into prominence after the visit of Babar followed by Shershah Suri, Humayun, Akbar, Aurangzeb and finally the Britishers.

Clock Tower Mirzapur

This is the ancient clock tower located in the mirzapur district which gives light to the ancient architecture and the history of that times.

Maa Vindhyavasini Mandir Vindhyachal Dham

Maa Vindyavashinni temple is located in the Vindhyachal on the banks of holy river Ganges. It’s one of the most revered Shaktipeeths of the presiding deity, Maa Vindhyavasini Devi. The temple is visited by a huge number of people daily. Vindhyachal is a renowned religious city dedicated to Goddess Vindhyavasini. Mythologically goddess Vindhyavasini is believed to be the instant bestower of benediction.

Siddhnath Ki Dari

Siddhnath Ki Dari

Beaches

Waterfalls

Forests

This is a beautiful waterfall located in the southern part of Uttar Pradesh. An unexplored, wild waterfall midst of dense forest. It falls from 100 feet height in cascades of rocks. A beautiful fall to enjoy its music in silence all around.

Map of attractions in Mirzapur

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