About Patalpuri Temple and Undying Banyan :
Patalpuri temple and the Undying Banyan, Allahabad in Uttar Pradesh in India, are both situated in close proximity with each other on the same site. Patalpuri temple is situated in the Allahabad fort and is one of the Holy Places in Allahabad. The Patalpuri Temple, Allahabad is one of the most famous and oldest temples not only in Allahabad but also in India. Undying banyan tree also referred to as the ‘Akshayavat’ is again regarded as a holy tree. About the Undying Banyan Tree it is said that this tree would stand firm even when the entire world gets destroyed. The Patalpuri Temple and the Undying Banyan Tree at Allahabad in Uttar Pradesh in India is a major Tourist’s Attraction in Allahabad. During the reign of Akbar, Akbar built the Allahabad Fort over the temple in the year 1583 and since then the temple lies within and under the fort. As per the Indian mythologies it is said that Lord Rama and Prahalada has also come to visit this old temple. Huan Tsang is also said to have visited the Patalpuri Temple and the Undying Banyan Tree at Allahabad in Uttar Pradesh in India. The Patalpuri Temple and the Undying Banyan has been stated in many ancient scriptures. Indian Mythologies state that people in the olden days use to throw themselves from the Undying Banyan Tree to attain salvation. To get a visit of the holy Patalpuri Temple and the Undying banyan Tree while on a tour to Allahabad, one needs to get a permit from the Ordinance Depot or the Allahabad Tourist Office. While on a Tour to Allahabad in Uttar Pradesh in India one should not miss out on visiting the Holy Places in Allahabad as those structures bears major importance and boasts of the rich Indian traditions and rituals.
General Information about Patalpuri Temple and Undying Banyan :
Location: Allahabad
State: Uttar Pradesh
Capital: Lucknow
Language: Hindi, English
Temperature: Max 42˚C, Min 27˚C (summer), Max 26˚C, Min 14˚C (winter)
Best Season: October to February
How to Reach Patalpuri Temple and Undying Banyan :
By Air
There is no air link to Allahabad presently. The nearest Airport is at Varanasi that is 150 kilometres from Allahabad. Varanasi being another important pilgrimage is well connected to the rest of India by daily flights. Both private as well as public carriers operate these flights.
By Rail
Allahabad is well connected by trains with all major cities, viz. Calcutta, Delhi, Jaipur, Lucknow and Mumbai. The main station in Allahabad is Allahabad Junction. Several expresses as well as super fast trains ply to and from Allahabad.
By Road
Allahabad, on National Highways 2 and 27, is connected to all parts of the country by good roads. Buses ply to all the neighbouring as well as far-flung places such as Varanasi, Lucknow, Kanpur, Patna, Jhansi and Gorakhpur among others. Both Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation as well as Private players operates these buses.