Hanuman Temple: This popular temple near the Sangam is unusual because the Hanuman idol is a reclining posture rather than upright. It is said that every year the Ganges rises during floods to touch the feet of the sleeping Hanuman before retreating.
Patalpuri Temple: Within this underground temple, inside the fort lies the Akshaya Vat - or the immortal tree. Believed to have been visited by Lord Rama.
Ashoka Pillar: Ashoka pillar the gigantic Ashoka pillar is of polished sandstone stands 10.6meters high, dating back to 232 BC The pillar has several edicts and a Persian inscription of Emperor Jahangir inscripted on it, commemorating his accession to the throne.
Shankar Viman Mandapam: Shankar Viman Mandapam 130 feet high with four floors, it has the idols of Kumari Bhatt, Shankaracharya, and Kamakshi Devi with 51 Shakthipeethas around, Yogashasthra Sahastrayoga [with 108 Shivas around]
Mankamameshwar Temple: Mankamameshwar Temple is situated near Saraswati Ghat on the banks of Yamuna; this is one of the famous Shiva Temples of Allahabad.
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