Narora (Bulandsahar)

Near Lakhbasohi village, Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh 209723

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Narora is located on the banks of river Ganges, in district Bulandshahar, Uttar Pradesh. Narora has several bathing locations or steps (Ghats) for holy dip in the Ganges. The view from Narora Dam is very scenic.

The modern residential colony of the staff of Narora Atomic Power Plant, (NAPS), is just near the dam. Its statue and parks are also worth a visit. Belon-wali Mata mandir (Temple of Mother-goddess) is just 5 kilometres from Narora. The nearest railway station is Rajghat Narora which is 5 kilometres from Narora. For holy dip in the Ganges several ghats Viz. Rajghat, Karnvaas, Narvar, Kalakatti, Ramghat etc are available for tyhe vbisitors.

Dolphins are sighted on a 160 kilometres stretch in the upper part of the Ganges between Bijnor and Narora Barrage There are many parks for recreation but the park of considerable importance and significance is NAPS Stadium.

How to Reach

By Road

The sanctuary is located in Agra district on Delhi-Agra Highway, 170 km from Delhi and 30 km from Agra.

By Air

Nearest Airports are Agra Airport, Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), Delhi and Lucknow Airport.

Ideal Time to Visit

November to
March