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 135 kms from Allahabad, Varanasi's prominence in Hindu mythology is virtually unrivalled. One of the earliest descriptions of Varanasi is found in the Buddhist scriptures as also in the epic, 'Mahabharat'. The 'Pali' version of Varanasi was 'Baranasi' which ultimately gave birth to the name 'Banaras'. |
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| § Chitrakoot |
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 125 kms from Allahabad, on the banks of river Paisuni (Mandakini), Chitrakoot Dham is one of the most ancient holy pilgrim places of India. The fourteen years of exile of Lord Rama have impressed the human mind more vitally than other periods of his life. Wherever his August feet feet tread in the years that he roved the wilderness the land sprouted a pilgrimage center. |
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| § Jhusi |
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9 kms from Allahabad, Jhusi (Pratisthanpuri) is a place for people wanting peace of mind and soul. It has many ashrams and temples and can be reached from Allahabad by taxis, buses, boats, etc. |
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| § Shringverpur |
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40 kms from Allahabad, Shringverpur was once the capital city of the kingdom of Nishadraj (King of Boatmen). Legend has it that Lord Rama stayed here overnight while going to the forest. Before steering Rama across the Ganga in his boat, his feet were washed by Nishadraj. |
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| § Kausahmbi |
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 62 kms from Allahabad, Kaushambi is a place traditionally associated with the Mahabharata. Lord Buddha visited Kaushambi in the 6th and 9th years after his enlightenment, giving several sermons and discourse. Elevating it to a great centre of Buddhism. |
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