Kanpur to Belgaum Flights

  About Kanpur

Kanpur, nestled on the banks of river Ganga, is one of the biggest cities in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The city is not only known as the industrial capital of the state, but it also has historical and mythological importance. It is the perfect combination of architecture, commerce, culture and history. Of course, it is also majorly known for its prestigious educational hub, IIT-Kanpur. Since it is situated on the banks of the Ganges, it is also a popular pilgrimage destination for devotees. According to beliefs, the city was founded on Lord Krishna's birthday, which is why it was named Kanhapur. Other beliefs are that it has been named after Mahabharata's legendary character, Karna, and was initially called Karnapur.

Best Time to Visit Kanpur

Winter is an ideal time to visit Kanpur if you want to go sightseeing. The city experiences winter from October to March. The temperature ranges from 7 to 20 degree Celsius. You might want to pack your winter clothes for the trip, too. All tourist attractions and outdoor activities remain open during this season. Since it is also peak season, you might get interesting flight deals to Kanpur during this time. Booking a hotel in Kanpur can get a tad bit expensive since it is peak season. If you want to go to a luxurious hotel, you might have to shell out some extra money for it.

The temperature is always too high during the summer, and it becomes quite difficult to travel during this time. In fact, it will be a task to even commute within the city during these months. Planning a trip during summer will only prove to be more troubling and might lead to dehydration and exhaustion. It will be a waste of time since it does not make sense to visit Kanpur if you have to stay in your hotel room throughout the trip.

Monsoon is in June and July in Kanpur. While the rains do add a touch of relaxation to the otherwise hot climate during the summers, rainfall comes with its own sets of disadvantages, too. Do carry your umbrellas and raincoats. Now all rides or activities will be open during this time so you can pick which kind of weapon makes you happy.

Places to Visit in Kanpur

The Kanpur Zoological also called the Allen Forest Zoo is the main tourist attraction in Kanpur. The speciality about the Zoo is that the animals are not exactly caged. They are kept in open enclosures so they can live in their natural habitat. You will also find botanical gardens, lakes, aquariums and life-sized dinosaur sculptures. You will also spot animals like leopards, deer, zebra, hippopotamus and so on. The Shri Radhakrishna temple, also called the Juggilal Kamlapat (JK) temple, is another popular place that people go to in Kanpur. It has been constructed with carved white marble and reflects the brilliant neo-Hindu architecture. You will find five shrines dedicated to Lord Krishna, Lord Vishnu, Lord Ardhanarishvara, Lord Narmadeshwar and Lord Hanuman inside the temple. Janmashtami and Diwali are celebrated with a lot of grandiose here at the temple.

Moti Jheel is a lake that is also a reservoir that provides the people of Kanpur with drinking water. The lake is surrounded with parks for children and picnic spots. You can even take romantic walks around the lake. It was established during the British era and has become a very popular place for people to go relax, especially on weekends. You can even go boating here. If you want to spend the day learning more about Kanpur's history, do visit the Kanpur Museum at Pool Bagh Ground. The museum houses artefacts from the colonial period, and it was ideally called King Edward Memorial Hall. The museum also has an in-house library that is open for public. The Brahmavart Ghat in Bithoor town of Kanpur is considered as one of the holiest ghats in the city. Dedicated to Lord Brahma, the ghat sees a lot of devotees taking a dip in the waters here before they offer their prayers inside the temple. Kanpur also has quite a lot of temples with beautiful architecture and a prominent story behind its inception. The Jain Glass Temple, also called the Kanch Ka Mandir is dedicated to Lord Mahavir and the other 23 Jain Tirthankaras.

Things to do in Kanpur

You can start your Kanpur trip by visiting the Kanpur Zoological Park or the Kanpur Museum. Kanpur has a lot of sites that are of archaeological and historical importance. Kanpur also has quite a lot of theme parks for you to spend a fun day with your family. The Blue World Theme Park is one of them. Not only will you be treated to adventure rides, water pools and fountains, but you will also get to witness sound and light shows, laser shows and a lot more. You will, of course, have to pay a nominal fee according to your height to enter the theme park but you will certainly make a day of it.

Go boating at the Moti Jheel. This is one of the most celebrated and popular recreational spots in the city. You can take a romantic walk around the lake or go boating to soak in the beautiful sunset. If you are in the mood to indulge in some fun shopping, Kanpur has several markets that will please the shopaholic in you. The Naveen Market, also called Khazana Mart, is your go-to place for high-end clothes, accessories and perfumes. The Parade Market on Shiwala Road is not only great for clothes and shoes, but it's also a popular location to try out street food in the city. The Sisamau Bazaar is one of the oldest markets in the city and is known for selling products from utensils to clothes. You can also visit the Valmiki Ashram in Bithoor. According to beliefs, this is where Maharishi Valmiki wrote the Ramayana.

Food and Restaurants in Kanpur

Whether you are craving for some chicken biryani or chaat, Kanpur has a place for all your moods. Baba Biryani in Swaroop Nagar is popular for serving Awadhi style biryani. Even the locals will approve of this place. Rakesh Chicken Biryani in Parade is yet another place that you must go to for some mouth-watering biryani. A lot of restaurants that serve biryani are open till 2 am so your midnight cravings are certainly taken care of in Kanpur. Makhan Singh Biryani is one of the most popular joints and make sure you order a plate of kebabs. Do not miss the mutton ishtew at the New Ajmeri Hotel.

You cannot go to a city in Uttar Pradesh and not try the chaat over there. There is an entire street in Kanpur that is dedicated to serving you all sorts of delicious chaats. The puchka or golgappa at Birhana Road is quite popular, and you will remember it for a very long time. Do try the dahi vadas here and tikkis that are made of green peas. Hanuman Chaat Bhandar in Kakadeo is yet another favourite among locals. If spending intimate time with your family that you have in mind, head over to Little Chef at Civil Lines. You must also try the desserts that Kanpur has to offer to you. Thaggu Ke Laddu is known for its Badnam kulfi and the different types of laddus. Make sure you pack some for your folks back home, too. The pedas at Ram Misthan Bhandar are also quite popular. Mithas Sweets is another sweet shop in Kanpur that is really popular for its confectionaries. The samosas, lassis and paneer tikkas are worth trying here. Terrazza 9 is a popular place for you to hangout with your friends and experience fine dining at its finest.

How to reach Kanpur (Transportation)

By Air

Kanpur is connected really well to all major cities by road, rail and air, since it is one of the important cities of Uttar Pradesh. Even though the city has its own airport, the flight connectivity from Kanpur airport is quite limited. It only connects flights to Delhi from Kanpur. To get to the other cities by air, you will have to head to the Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in Lucknow. If you are travelling off-season, you might get cheap flight tickets. You will come across great flight deals online.

By Rail

The Kanpur Railway Station is connected really well with other cities in the country. It is also one of the five major stations in the country. The Lucknow Swarn Shatabdi, Prayagraj Express, Howrah Rajdhani, etc. run to and from Kanpur quite frequently. However, you might want to book your tickets well in advance to avoid an uncomfortable journey to and from Kanpur.

By Road

Buses and private taxis are quite easy to find to reach Kanpur. The NH2, NH86, NH91 and the NH25 are popular routes to Kanpur. It is also easier to commute within the city. You can also book a cab for an entire day to go sightseeing within the city.

  About Belgaum

Belgaum is a small city located in the borders of the state of Karnataka. The city, also known by the name Belgavi, rests comfortably in the northern regions of the Western Ghats. A proposal to make Belgaum the second capital of Karnataka after Bangalore is in the works. A replica of the state administrative structure Suvarna Vidhana Soudha has also been constructed in the city's outskirts. The city of Belgaum has been selected to be developed into a smart city under the flagship project of PM Narendra Modi, also called Smart Cities Mission.

Best time to visit Belgaum

Winter is considered to be the ideal season to visit Belgaum. As mountains and vast expanses of greenery surround the city, the weather is charming and cool between November to February. The city's cool ambience and serene atmosphere would make you feel calm and relaxed.

The monsoons are also not all that bad as Belgaum turns into a nature-lover's paradise, come monsoon. The clouds enveloping the city while the rains add more life to the green panorama is an image that would stay with you forever. The roads might not be all that friendly to your vehicle or back, but the air and atmosphere would certainly be lovely. You can book a hotel in Belgaum and check out the bliss that the monsoon brings.

Summers are not the best time to visit the city as the temperatures take a hike. The scorching heat would put a damper on your travel plans as the weather is known to see a spike during summers.

Places to visit in Belgaum

Belgaum specifically doesn't have exemplary tourist attractions, but the areas around the city have some fun highlights that you can explore. From sitting under the Gokak Falls to taking a stroll through the Belgaum Fort, here are some places that you can visit when in Belgaum.

Gokak Falls

The Gokak Falls is close to 60 km away from the city centre and worth a visit. The blissful scenery of the falls located on the green Ghataprabha river forms quite a visual spectacle. Not to mention how the white waters cascading through the mountains offers a beautiful feel. There is an old temple of Lord Mahalingeshwara close to the falls so you can also visit the shrine.

Shri Ramakrishna Mission Ashram

Located in the city, Shri Ramkrishna Mission Ashram has spiritual significance and hence, is a tourist attraction. It has been stated that Swami Vivekananda took solace in the ashram and resided there for a few days. The ashram's look is quite interesting as there are decked up prayer halls, a Sarada mandap and elegant appeal to the structure. It is the best spot for people who wish to seek a retreat and break from their busy lives.

Navila TirthaNavila Tirtha is originally a village nestled in the Savadatti taluk of Belgaum district. While it is away from the central city, what makes this rocky village so special is the fact that it has a majestic dam. With several names such as Renuka Sagar, Navilteerth Dam and even Malaprabha Dam, the structure has been built across the Malaprabha river. Another highlight of the dam is the size and the fact that it is the shortest dam to be found in Karnataka.

Kittur Fort

The Kittur Fort and Palace is believed to be the works of Rani Chennamma. The complex now holds not just an aesthetically pleasing architecture but also has an archaeological museum within the palace. The collection is also quite exciting as the weapons, jewellery, historical sculptures, armour, costumes and more are displayed. The site would be a good place for you to learn a little more of Belgaum's history.

Belgaum Fort

It is said that the Belgaum Fort is the architecture of the rulers from the Ratt Dynasty and was constructed back in 1204 AD. While it is popularly known as Belgavi Fort, this is easily one of the tourist attractions that you can find when in Belgaum. The structure boasts some impeccable architecture with Indo-Saracenic features and an intriguing amalgamation of Deccan and Chalukyan designs. Within the fort, you will find a handful of temples including shrines of Ganpati and Goddess Durga. As you further explore the fort, you will see some beautiful mosques as well as Jain and Hindu temples.

Vajrapoha Falls

A little away from the small town of Belgaum is this pristine Vajrapoha Falls that overlooks the towering Sahayadri mountains. The scenic beauty of the place has often brought several travellers to its lap. The beauty of the falls is further amplified during monsoon. To be close to nature, one couldn't ask for a better getaway.

Things to do in Belgaum

The city has some beautiful forts and structures that can be explored. However, for outdoor activities, the best way to go about is to step out of the main city. Belgaum has several fun adventure activities that you can indulge in. From trekking at the Jamboti and Amboli ghats to picking white water rafting at the Kali river, these are some noteworthy activities that one can select when in Belgaum. As you go to the Jamboti ghat, you can also sit under the Vajrapoha falls and soak in the marvellous scenery at your perusal.

Similarly, you can also pick more trekking and hiking options and head to the Gokak and Godchinmalki waterfalls. Although the locations are a little away from the city centre, it would be an excellent way to unwind. Here's another exciting activity that you can take up when in Belgaum. The city actually has paragliding activities that you can pick up. Although the Himalayan terrains are known to offer the best of views and landscapes for paragliding, the one in Belgaum will give you a bird's eye view of the gorgeous Sahayadri mountains.

Food and Restaurants in Belgaum

The quaint city of Belgaum has an interesting melange of taste when it comes to food. Their history with Maharashtra has further led them to incorporate the same in their cuisine as well. You will find hear people speak Marathi and Kannada with a twang as they are at the border of the state. Even the cuisine is heavily inspired by Marathi culture as well as some flavours of North Indian delicacies. Not to mention how South Indian food such as the classic idli, vada, dosa and more are part of their staple food.

Over the years, thanks to impeccable development, Belgaum is seen quite a cultural twist with several big city joints such as Domino's, McDonald's, KFC and more making their way to the city. You can enjoy delicious Puri bhaji at Ajanta cafe and probably head to Belgo for some dessert. For all the tea lovers, Appolo tea bar is the place to be at to get the best tea in the city. As for those who wish to delve into scrumptious seafood, Hotel Aadinarayan is famous for their dishes.

How to reach Belgaum (Transportation)

By Air

Belgaum has decent flight connectivity from Bangalore as two dedicated airlines fly to and from Belgaum. SpiceJet and Star Air Airlines are the two services providers who have flights reserved for the city. The Belgaum airport is located in Sambra is touted to be the oldest airport in North Karnataka. Stretching across 10 kilometres, the airport is a little away from the city and close to State Highway 20. The government has included the airport in the UDAN 3 scheme which is why the city has regular flights flying in and out of Belgaum. Works to add more planes to fly from Belgaum to domestic routes of Mumbai, Pune and Mysore have also been planned out. These links will soon be added to the list of flights flying in and out of Belgaum.

By Rail

The Belgaum railway station is in the city centre and also part of the Indian Railways grid. The rail is perfectly connected with several major cities which make travelling to the city easier. Some trains go via Hubli to major metropolitan destinations such as Mumbai, Bangalore, Goa, Pune and even Delhi. The connectivity is quite good as there are not many transit changes required when travelling by train.

By Road

Belgaum is connected to major states thanks to National Highway 4. The national highway makes it easier for passengers travelling from Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Tamil Nadu. This domestic route from Belgaum allows the city to connect with a majority of Southern states in India directly. Another route connecting Belgaum to Karnataka and Goa is the 4A route. Several government buses run on these routes. The North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation and KSRTC have dedicated set numbers to connect all the places within the state.

Various private bus services have also been reaching the city thanks to the national and State highway. Many travellers also take up the Belgaum route for road trips as the roads are beautiful. Travellers heading to Goa are especially piqued by Belgaum’s beauty and often use the city as a stop-over. Overall, the city has great connectivity, making it easy for people to venture in and out of Belgaum.