Moonj Craft is the 'One District One Product' (ODOP) of Prayagraj. It involves weaving baskets, coasters, bags, and decorative items using the outer layer of the 'Moonj' grass (Saccharum munja) which grows abundantly along the banks of the Sangam.
The grass is harvested in winter, dried, and dyed in vibrant colors (pinks, greens, purples). The inner stalk (Sarkanda) is used as the core, and the Moonj is coiled around it. This technique is entirely manual and eco-friendly.
The craft is centered in the Naini and Mahewa areas. These products are lightweight, durable, and washable, making them perfect sustainable souvenirs.
The sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati. The distinct colors of the rivers are visible where they meet mid-stream.
A massive fort built by Emperor Akbar in 1583 on the banks of the confluence. It houses the immortal 'Akshaya Vat' tree and the Patalpuri Temple.
The historic ancestral home of the Nehru-Gandhi family. A pilgrimage site for those interested in India's freedom struggle.
