Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur is one of the most visited tourist places in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It is named after the medieval saint Guru Gorakhnath. The city attracts a number of visitors every year and is popular throughout the country for its rich culture and traditions. Gorakhpur is known as an ideal tourist spot where one can find out a number of shrines and monasteries of different religions. This beautiful city has numerous historic and religious sites including Imambara (18th century dargah), Gorakhnath Temple, Gita Vatika, Aroyga Mandir, Chauri Chaura Shaheed Smarak and many others.

Gorakhpur has an airport named Gorakhpur Airport, located around 8 kilometers away from the city centre. There are 2 airlines offer direct flights from Gorakhpur Airport to Delhi.

Gorakhpur Attractions

	Geeta Vatika A temple complex located on Gorakhpur-Pipraich Road near Asuran Chowk Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. The complex was built by Hanuman Prasad Poddar, the founder editor of the religious magazine “Kalyan”.
	Gorakhnath Temple The famous Gorakhnath Temple epitomizes the identity of Gorakhpur. This is one of the prominent tourist attractions that enjoys a legendary location in the old part of the city on Gorakhpur Sunauli National Highway.
	Arogya Mandir The Mandir is one of the very reputed wellness centers in Gorakhpur. In this health rejuvenation camp body and mind related ailments are treated following natural curative methods and yoga in their original form.
	Gita Press Founded in the year of 1923 by Divine inspiration to spread the teachings of Gita. Gita Press is a part of Gobind Bhawan Karyalaya.
	Commerce Museum The Museum is entirely dedicated to the upliftment of education in Gorakhpur. It is one of the most popular Museums in Gorakhpur. Run by the University of Commerce, the Museum is a great attraction for tourists.
	Puratatva Sanghralaya It lies in the premises of Rahul Sanskritayan Sansthan. It showcases items like age old sculpture, figurines, terracotta items, beads etc. The manuscripts preserved in this museum tell a lot about the history of the town.
	Archaeological Museum A Museum that attracts tourists from far and wide. This museum is managed by the Department of Ancient Indian History, Archeology & Culture of the Gorakhpur University.
Helpful Info               Other India Attractions       • Gorakhpur City Guide   • Gorakhpur Attractions   • Nearby Airports   • Airport FAQs