Rivers & ghats
The meeting of sacred rivers, painted boats and a city that gathers at the water.
Uttar Pradesh, India
Sacred rivers. Timeless stories. Everyday wonders.
Discover a city that stays with you.
A place for every kind of traveller
Rivers & ghats
The meeting of sacred rivers, painted boats and a city that gathers at the water.
Heritage
Mughal sandstone monuments, garden paths and stories held in carved stone.
Heritage
A family home that opens a window onto India’s freedom movement.
An evening by the YamunaThe heart of Prayagraj
At Sangam, the Ganga meets the Yamuna, joined in Hindu tradition by the unseen Saraswati. Boats cross the water, prayers rise from the banks, and the city finds its rhythm.
Come for a moment of faith, a morning on the river, or simply a different view of the world.
Meet the riversMake room for a slower morning. Leave time for the ghats, and check local river and boat conditions before heading out.
Make it your kind of journey
A few thoughtful starting points.
Leave a little room for the unexpected.
Cooler months suit city walks. Festival days bring a very different pace; check current notices.
Arrive by rail, road or air. Keep your station name handy and allow time for the last stretch.
Respect sacred spaces, ask before photographing people and keep the riverbanks clean.
A glimpse before you go