Temples in Kanpur

Religious sites and temples to visit in Kanpur

  • Anandeshwar Temple

    Old Shiva temple on the Ganga at Parmat, known as the Kashi of Kanpur, with long queues on Shravan Mondays.

  • Bhitargaon Temple

    Fifth-century Gupta brick temple near Kanpur, among India's oldest surviving brick temples, with terracotta panels.

  • Chandrika Devi Temple

    A revered Siddhapeeth in the heart of Kanpur, the Chandrika Devi Temple is one of the oldest temples in the city, dedicated to Goddess Chandrika, a manifestation of Durga. Located in Dev Nagar, it is known for grand Navratri celebrations and the annual Ganesh Mahotsav. The temple draws devotees seeking the blessings of the goddess, especially on Fridays. Its ancient architecture and religious energy make it a significant landmark among the temples worth visiting in Kanpur.

  • Dashanan Mandir

    Rare Ravana temple in Kanpur's Shiwala area, opened only once a year on Dussehra.

  • Dwarkadhish Temple

    Popular Krishna temple near Kamla Tower, known for its Jhoola festival during Shravan.

  • ISKCON Kanpur (Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple)

    An ISKCON temple in Kanpur dedicated to Sri Sri Radha Madhav, offering daily kirtan, aartis, and Gita discourses.

  • Jagannath Mandir (Benhta)

    Located in Benhta village just 3 kilometres from Kanpur, the Jagannath Mandir is a revered temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath, with a Luv-Kush temple and a Hanuman sanctum on the same premises. Believed to mark the birthplace of Luv and Kush, sons of Lord Rama and Sita, the site carries deep Ramayana significance. One of the less-crowded yet spiritually rich temples in Kanpur, it is well worth including on any heritage or pilgrimage circuit of the city.

  • JK Temple (JK Birla Mandir)

    A modern white marble temple built by the JK Group in Kanpur, dedicated to multiple deities and known for its peaceful campus.

  • Kanch Ka Mandir (Jain Glass Temple)

    Jain temple in General Ganj with interiors covered in glass inlay, enamel work and marble.

  • Panki Hanuman Temple

    Old Panchmukhi Hanuman temple near Panki station, crowded on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

  • Tapeshwari Devi Temple

    Old Birhana Road temple to Goddess Sita, linked by legend to her exile at Bithoor.

  • Valmiki Ashram (Bithoor)

    Bithoor ashram where sage Valmiki is believed to have written the Ramayana, with temples and Sita Kund.

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