Massacre Ghat, Kanpur

Massacre Ghat | One of the best places to visit in Kanpur

LocationKanpur Cantonment, Kanpur (Map)
Entry Fee & TimingsThere is no entry fee and the place is open 24 hours
Place TypeTemple, Religious Place
Place visit withFriends, Parants, Siblings, Youngsters
Best time to visitDecember, January, February

About Massacre Ghat

The massacre ghat is situated on the banks of the Ganges near Jajmau. Formerly named as Nana Rao Ghat, it is also known as Sati Ghat because the most objectionable Sati rituals were performed here. This place is called the massacre because in 1857 about 300 people were killed there in cold blood. Around 300 British men, women and children were murdered at the Satti Chaura Ghat, later recognized as the Massacre Ghat.

Narasana Ghat is on the river Ganges and is a good place to visit with your friends. The river Ganges flows from here and there are some refreshments around it to satisfy your hunger.

Interesting facts about Massacre Ghat

  1. It is a place of natural, historical and spiritual importance.
  2. There is also an old temple where mantras are chanted and aarti is done daily in the evening.
  3. You can enjoy a good view of river Ganga and beautiful view of Shuklaganj Bridge Lighting.
  4. It is a very serene, pleasant and peaceful environment location and marks the northern boundary of Kanpur city.
  5. It remains in use as a rain and ceremonial ghat for the surrounding population.

How to reach Massacre Ghat

By Air:- Kanpur airport is about 8 to 10 km away from Narasana Ghat, from here you can take a cab to the ghat.

By Rail:- Kanpur railway station is about 4 km away from the ghat and can be easily reached by rickshaw to the ghat.

By Bus:- Narasana Ghat is about 5 km from Kanpur Interstate Bus Depot.

Nearby famous places

  • Kanpur Memorial Church
  • Kamla Retreat
  • Shri Radhakrishna Temple

Massacre Ghat FAQs:

𝒜. It is located at Kanpur Cantonment, Kanpur.

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Massacre Ghat: There is no entry fee and the place is open 24 hours.

𝒜. You should visit Massacre Ghat during December, January, February months for best experience.
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