General Information
Kanpur is a commercial hub and the second largest city of Uttar Pradesh
State Name
Uttar Pradesh
Distance from Major Cities
Lucknow >> 65 kms
Weather / Climate
Summer - March - June, 45°C; Winter - November - February, 35°C -
10°C
Population
27.72 lakh
Religions (Major Religion)
Hinduism, Islam and Christianity
Language
Hindi, English, Urdu
Temples
Shri Radhakrishna Temple, Jain Glass Temple, Jageshwar temple, Dwarikadhish
temple, Prayagnarayan temple, Kailash temple, Buddhadevi temple, Kherepati
temple, Varahidevi temple, Bhairav temple.
Monuments
Kanpur Memorial Church
Other Attractions
Kamla Retreat, Satichaura Ghat, Jajmau, Phool Bagh, Harcoat Butler
Technological Institute, Tulsi Upvan.
Wildlife
Kanpur Zoo, Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary (43 kms)
Excursions
Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary (43 kms), Bithoor (27 kms), Bhitargaon (59 kms),
Kannauj (80 kms), Musanagar (65 kms).
Area
1,040 sq. kms.
Shopping
The Mall, Birhana Road, Gumti No. 5, Parade, Naveen Market, Meston Road, UP
Handloom Emporium
Things To Buy
Leather goods, cotton, handicraft.
Airport
Chakeri Airport, Kanpur
Rail Road
Kanpur Railway Station
GOI Tourist Office
26/51 Birhana Road, Opp. Post Office
Entertainment
Clubs - Cawnpore Club, Golf Club, Ganges Club, Kanpur Union Club, Flying
Club
Best Season
November - February
