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Bithoor

Bithoor, a vital pilgrimage center for Hindus is located on the left bank of River Ganges nearby Kanpur. As located on the Ganges bank, there are many ghats which are closely related to Hindu Mythology. Tourists can see the disciples of Lord Brahma perform rituals on the altar of “wooden slippers “after taking a dip in the “Brahmavart Ghat”. Also one should visit the “Dhurv Teela” where the child Dhurv meditated towards Lord Shiva standing in one leg. Lord Shiva was so pleased by his gesture and granted a wish that he can shine all time as a star in celestial. Valmiki Ashram is another important attraction in Kanpur. It is located inwards from the main road of Bithoor. It is believed that Saint Valmiki (who was a robber once) lived in this place and wrote the great Indian Epic Ramayana.

Also Seetha Devi wife of Lord Rama (one of the incarnation of Lord Vishnu) stayed in this place and gave birth to her twin sons “Luv and Kush”. Tourists can see a Rasoi (cooking room) where once Seetha Devi cooked. Nearby this Rasoi one can see a well which is used as water reservoir. Also “Seetha Kund” located here is the spot where Seetha Devi went into Earth. People tie the Kush plant to this Kund in order to get their wishes fulfilled by Seetha Devi. Tourist will be awestruck by the high tower named “DeepaMalika Stambh”. This tower has 48 stairs (7 rounds) to reach the roof. During diwali festivals lots of diyas (earthen lamp) and candles are lit in this tower.
Also, this town has a significant role in the First War of Independence which took place is the year of 1857. Also, Bithoor is the home land for the Jhansi Rani Lakshmi Bai, the most prominent member of Rebellion. The last Peshwa, Baji Rao II and his son Nana Saheb made Bithoor their headquarters.

History of Bithoor -
Bithoor is a well-known tourism place in Uttar Pradesh and every year tourists from many parts of India gather here. In mythology, it is well known as the birthplace of Luv and Kush, sons of Sri Ram. Bithoor has been very closely associated with the freedom movement, in particular, the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857. It was at one time the home of Rani of Jhansi, Lakshmi Bai. Further back in history it is the place to which the last Peshwa, Baji Rao II was banished. His adopted son Nana Sahib made this town his headquarters during the mutiny.

Tourist Places In And Around Bithoor
A visit to Bithoor is not just about a trip down history lane – the town is a beautiful, scenic spot where you can enjoy the various aspects of nature’s beauty such as enjoying tranquil strolls among the religious temples or taking a relaxing boat ride along the river. Some of the prominent attractions include the Valmiki Ashram where the legendary epic Ramayana was written by the great sage. Then there is the Brahmghat, the holiest ghat in Bithoor which attracts worshippers throughout the year.
Patthar Ghat is another holy place in Bithoor, whose foundation stone was laid by the minister of Avadh, Tikait Rai. The Dhruva Teela is the famed place where Dhruv had meditated on one leg during his childhood. Apart from these, there are other sites that are well worth a mention and these include Jahangir Mosque, Haridham Ashram, Ram Janki temple, Lav-Kush temple and Nana Saheb Smarak. As said, Bithoor is a major pilgrimage site for the Hindus and several fairs and festivals are also held here such as Kartik Poornima, Magh Poornima and Makar Sankranti mela. Thousands of people congregate here on these special days to take a purifying dip in the Ganga.

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