Gorakhpur is a delightful city in the
north of Uttar Pradesh, famous for its immediacy with Nepal and Kushinagar. It
is only 90 Km from Nepal Border. Geologically, the bowl shaped Gorakhpur city
is situated along of River Rapti and River Rohini. Gorakhpur is bordered by
River Rapti on its west, by dense sal forests in its east and by Ramgarh Tal in
the south. The north border of the Gorakhpur is constituted by the blooming
industrial area of the city.
History of Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur got its name from the famous saint Gorakhnath .He
lived and spread his message there. There is also evidence that Lord Buddha
also visited Gorakhpur and then moved to Kushinagar, a nearby pilgrimage center
of Buddhists.Gorakhpur has a place of fame in the history of Indian
independence because it was here that the 'ChauriChaura' incident took place when
19 British policemen were burnt inside the police station which prompted
Gandhiji to give up the policy of non-cooperation.
Tourism Attractions in Gorakhpur
Gorakhnath Temple:
One of the most prominent tourism places in Gorakhpur is the Gorakhnath Temple dedicated to
saint Gorakhnath whose name the city takes after. This temple, which dates back
to the 12th century, is an architectural marvel.
Gita
Press:
The Gita Press of
Gorakhpur is world famous for its publications, which include religious books
of Hindu religion. It is more than just a press. Beautifully designed like a
temple, the marble walls are adorned with inscriptions and pictures from the
Mahabharata. Wall hangings and paintings which reveal the life of lord Rama and
Lord Krishna are sole her, apart from a huge collection of hindu religious
books. For those who wish to try out alternative medicine.
Arogya
Mandir:
The Arogya Mandir is established
in 1940 and set in a green and serene locale it is one of the largest
naturopathy centers in India.
Tarkulha Mela:
Another popular tourist attraction of Gorakhpur is the
month-long Tarkulha Mela
organised at the Tarkulha Devi Temple. Beginning on April 1, 2012, the festival
is organised to celebrate Chaitra Ram Navami. The temple where the event is
held is associated with Bandhu Singh, a freedom fighter.
Excursion:
Kushinagar : 51 Km from Gorakhpur is Kushinagar, where Budha attained salvation. He delivered his last sermon in this city. Kushinagar is as holy as Bodhgaya and Nalanda, as Budha spent his last days in the town.
Kapilavastu : 97 Km north of Gorakhpur, Kapilvastu is now being developed as an International Buddhist Pilgrimage Centre. Here, Lord Buddha spent 29 years of his early life. There is big stupa, from where the relics of Buddha were discovered during excavations.
