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The ancient Gorakhpur, in addition to modern, comprised the districts of Basti, Deoria, Azamgarh, and parts of Nepal Tarai.It is named after Saint Gorakhhnath. In older times Gorakhpur was part of the Koshal kingdom in 6th century B.C. The oldest monarch known to have ruled here was Iksvaku who established Kshatriya’s solar dynasty. Several big rulers originated from this dynasty, the greatest of which was Lord Rama. Gorakhpur has also been an important part of various other dynasties like Kushanas, Mauryas, Guptas, Shungas, and Harsha.
For a long period, it remained under the sway of the Muslim rulers, from Qutub-Ud-Din Aibak to Bahadur Shah. In 1801, during the time of British Empire, the rule of Gorakhpur which was under the Nawab of Awadh was passed on to East India Company. In 1865, a new district was carved out from the area of Gorakhpur called Basti. Then the latter was split to Deoria, a new district in 1946. In the independent India of 1989, Mahrajganj was created from Gorakhpur. Gorakhpur is a place of much historical importance and enriched with many attractions.The city experiences a high footfall of tourists due to its interesting past and religious sites for all religions.
Tourists Places In And Around Gorakhpur
Perhaps Gorakhpur’s main claim to fame is the Gorakhpur Press that publishes the sacred Bhagvad Geeta. The city, like other cities and towns in India, has its share of temples including the Arogya Mandir, which offers a range of nature-based therapies for a healthy life. The Gorakhpur Temple is one of the most prominent and magnificent temples of this area. In terms of natural attractions, Gorakhpur boasts of the Ramgarh Tal, or lake spread over 700 hectares, and the Kushmi Forest, primarily of sal and sequoia trees. Gorakhpur is also home to the Veer Bahadur Singh Planetarium and the Imambara, a Dargah belonging to a 17th century Sufi saint.
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