Landmark
Ganges Barrage
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The Ganges Barrage is both a functional dam and a road bridge spanning the Ganges River in Kanpur. Visitors can walk or drive across to enjoy sweeping views of the wide river and the city skyline. The barrage is especially lively at sunset when locals gather to relax along the banks. Its sheer scale and the sight of water flowing through the gates make it a distinctive landmark, offering a peaceful escape from the urban bustle.
Don't miss
- Walk across the bridge to see the Ganges River stretching in both directions
- Watch the sunset from the banks near the barrage
- Observe the controlled release of water through the dam gates
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Ganges Barrage
You can see Ganges Barrage on your own. A tour is worth it for the story behind it, for transport, or for combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inWitness the Sacred Evening Ganga Aarti in Varanasi4.6★ · 10 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$40 per personSee dates →
Most bookedVaranasi Evening Ganga Aarti Tour4.6★ · 107 travelers3-4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$48 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleVaranasi & Sarnath: Full-Day Tour with Ganges Boat Ride4.9★ · 20 travelers10-12 hoursFree cancellationFrom$85 per personSee dates →Getting there
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