Treading the path less travelled

Kunda is located on the Allahabad –Lucknow highway across the National Highway 24B. This lesser known place is known to spiritually inclined people more because of its temples and other religious sites and for Dr. Ambedkar Bird Sanctuary.

Things to do

A Kunda Tour package would ideally consist of the following for you to visit. Kunda, as you would find during your stay, is not an ancient town. It was founded by the English during the British Raj. The 1000 acre erstwhile Benti lake has been converted into a wildlife sanctuary by them Government. Avid bird watchers throng to Raja Bhaiya’s Dr. Ambedkar Bird Sanctuary during the peak seasons which has several species of local and exotic birds. It also attracts migratory birds during the season. This Wildlife Sanctuary is beside the mighty Ganges, which is 13km from the main city. Apart from Birds, this wildlife park houses a host of reptiles, mammals and a huge aquatic life to boast. The flora and fauna of this place attract migratory birds from as far as 5000kms away starting from the winters till spring. 12kms from Kunda is a very religious site amongst all Hindus worshipping Shiva, the Haudeshwar Naath temple, which has a natural Shiva linga. One of the most beautiful construction sites in Uttar Pradesh is the Bhakti Mandir, which is almost 5kms from Kunda. The serenity of Bhakti Mandir will soothe all your stressed out nerves. Bhakti Dham is a shrine established by Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj to serve humanity and spread peace and love worldwide. Benthic Kothi also attracts a lot of visitors as Raja Bhaiya Ka Ghar as he is one of the descendants of the royal family and also a member of the legislative assembly. For the wanderer, just pack your bag, wear comfortable shoes and go for a long walk in the nearby villages to absorb the life of the localities there. It could be the best way to soak in a place.

Food

You could try out some local food from the several Dhabas or local restaurants which are quite fresh and delicious.

Lodging

You could book your stay at hotels either at Allahabad or Lucknow, and Hotel would arrange for a Kunda Package. There are several options to choose from especially in Lucknow, being the hub of tourism, for the travel enthusiast. There are budget friendly hotels. Bed and Breakfast options and also hi-end hotels like The Taj Vivanta Gomti Nagar to choose.

How to reach

Kunda can be approached by rail, road and air. The two closest airports are Amausi Airport Lucknow, which is 137 km away from Kunda and Bamrauli Airport Allahabad, which is 44 km away from Kunda. The nearest railway station is Kunda Harnamganj Railway station. Abundant buses are plying from Allahabad and Pratapgarh to Kunda. People often drive down using their vehicles from nearby towns and cities for a great weekend with friends and family.

Best time to visit

A Kunda holiday package can be availed round the year. Bird watchers could plan their trip during the winters to watch the different species of birds in their myriad hues. Monsoons could be avoided to make the sightseeing more conducive.

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