Kanpur is a city replete with cultural, historical, and religious sites. While this Industrious city has now gained a reputation as the Manchester of the East, in its glorious past it has played an important role in the freedom struggle of India. You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Kanpur.  Founded in 1207, Kanpur became one of the most important commercial and military stations of British India. Kanpur is also the financial capital of Uttar Pradesh. The city is home to historical monuments such as the Jajmau Ghat which dates back to the 17th century AD. The first woollen mill in India, commonly known as the Lal Imli by the British India Corporation established here in 1876 by Alexander MacRobert. This similarity underscores the city’s importance and prestige during the British times, which extends till date; making the Lal Imli — a great highlight of the city. The city is also widely regarded as the “Leather City of the World. From a religious point of view, Kanpur is a prestigious city with Radhakrishna temple(jk temple) bitcoin ghat, anandeshwar temple, sita rasoi, and Valmiki ashram which has a very old historical story.