Meerut | 23.06.2019 | 07:00 am ~ 08:30 am

Reminiscing the Revolt of 1857 - The Augarnath Temple

About the walk

Situated in the cantonment area of Meerut, the Augarnath Temple has great significance as the first war for Indian independence, the Revolt of 1857, began from here. On 10 May, 1857, the Indian citizens took an oath at this location to secure freedom from the British. The temple also has cultural significance—the legend goes that the Shiva linga embedded in the temple emerged on its own.

Join us on this temple walk around Meerut and get to learn about the beginning of the revolt of 1857, why this temple is also known as 'Kali PaltanTemple', the saint who asked the Indian soldiers to destroy the British Army, the significance of Shiva linga, and temple architecture in India.

 

This guided tour is free.

Walk Time
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Walk Date
Meeting Time
06:45 am

About the walk

Situated in the cantonment area of Meerut, the Augarnath Temple has great significance as the first war for Indian independence, the Revolt of 1857, began from here. On 10 May, 1857, the Indian citizens took an oath at this location to secure freedom from the British. The temple also has cultural significance—the legend goes that the Shiva linga embedded in the temple emerged on its own.

Join us on this temple walk around Meerut and get to learn about the beginning of the revolt of 1857, why this temple is also known as 'Kali PaltanTemple', the saint who asked the Indian soldiers to destroy the British Army, the significance of Shiva linga, and temple architecture in India.

 

This guided tour is free.

Led By

Vanshika Rastogi
Vanshika is currently pursuing her MBA in Travel and Tourism from the Indian Institute of Tourism and Travel Management, Gwalior. Her subject of specialisation is Tour Guiding and Leadership. She loves travelling and exploring the architecture and folklore behind each place she visits.

Meeting Time

06:45 AM

Meeting point

Augarnath Temple Gate, Meerut Cantt

Nearest Bus/Metro station

Bhaisali Roadways stand

Disclaimer

The information & views presented by walk leaders and individual speakers are based on personal perspectives and points of view and do not necessarily represent views, opinions and official policies of Sahapedia.

Sahapedia reserves the right to cancel an event due to unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be informed accordingly.

Maintaining safety during our events is our main priority. We have implemented several social distancing and safety measures to limit physical interactions between all attendees at the walk. Sahapedia/ India Heritage Walks is not responsible for any illnesses developing due to participation in physical events. 

 

In case you are unable to attend after having registered, please send us an email.

Email: ihw@sahapedia.org

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Please Note

  • Please do not carry too many valuable and food items.
  • You will have to remove your shoes before entering the premises of the temple. So choose footwear accordingly.
  • For the shrine visit, dress appropriately and maintain decorum.
  • You may carry your cameras and notebooks.                                                                                                                                                  
  • Photography allowed but only when the walk is over.
  • No entry fee.
  • Parking available at the meeting point.