|
Tourist Destination |
Lord Cornwallis Tomb
|
|
City |
Gazipur |
|
State |
Uttar Pradesh |
|
Location |
North India |
|
Our Official Website |
About:
The tomb of General Lord Cornwallis is located in Ghazipur, a small town in the eastern part of Uttar Pradesh. This tomb is a famous historical monument that is visited by tourists from around the world. This memorial is a protected monument under the Archaeological Survey of India. The tomb was built in the memory of an excellent administrator and a victorious commander-in-chief, General Lord Cornwallis of the British Army. The tomb consists of a dome supported by 12 erected columns on a high circular platform, overlooking the Ganges River. The dome is finished with an ornamentation of army cap and floral motifs. The central burial chamber is made of white marble and bears the bust of Lord Cornwallis with a Hindu and a Muslim man on either side shown in the attitude of mourning.
|
How to reach
|
Nearest Airport: Varanasi Nearest Railway Station: Jaunpur Nearest Bus Station: Jaunpur
Nearest Bus Station: Ajanta Foot Cave
|
|
Opening Hours |
Opening Time: 06:00 AM Closing Time : 06:00 PM |
|
Temperature |
During winter 03°C to 13°C and During summer 21°C to 47°C |
|
Best Time to Visit |
October to March |
Monument: Lord Cornwallis Tomb
Indian Fees: Rs. 25/-
SAARC: Rs. 25/-
BIMSTEC: Rs. 25/-
FOREIGNER: Rs. 300/-