About Meerut
Alwar to Meerut distnce : 240 km
Estimated travel time : 4.1 hours
Meerut is one of the historically important city near the Capital city of Delhi. Meerut is a city in Meerut district of the western part of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh that has the settlement dating back form the Indus civilization.
Meerut is an ancient city of the India that once was the part of the Hastinapur Empire of Kauravas. Also according to mythology the city was known as 'Maya Rashtra' in ancient time and the wife of Ravana, Mandodri belonged from that city. The city also has the traces of Indus Civilization and witness the rule of Mughals, Vaishyas, Rajputs, Gujjars, and Jats. The culturally driven and rich heritage of the city will help you know a lot of things about Meerut. Apart from that Meerut is the place from the the very first popular revolt of 1857 against the British started. The city is famous for its scissors, sports goods and Gazak. Meerut is also the sports capital of India. Meerut is the place where several mythological traces from the great epic, Mahabharata have been found. At present the city is one of the big metropolitan city in the NCR region after Delhi and developing as the industrial hub. If you want to enjoy the place to the fullest, September to December will be the right choice for you, as during these months the weather is pleasant.
Taxi from Alwar to Meerut is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Alwar to Meerut by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Alwar to Meerut distance is 240 Km and is 4.1 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Neemrana Fort Palace - Located around 48 km from Alwar, Neemrana Fort Palace is a heritage hotel where you can stop by for a meal or spend a night.
2. Sariska Tiger Reserve - Situated around 95 km from Alwar, Sariska Tiger Reserve is a popular wildlife sanctuary where you can enjoy a jeep safari and spot tigers, leopards, and other animals.
3. Viratnagar - Located around 140 km from Alwar, Viratnagar is an ancient town known for its archaeological ruins and temples.
4. Aligarh - About 70 km from Meerut, Aligarh is renowned for Aligarh Muslim University and has historical monuments like Aligarh Fort and Sir Syed Masjid.
5. Hastinapur - Situated around 50 km from Meerut, Hastinapur is an ancient city associated with the Mahabharata epic. There are several temples and archaeological sites to explore.
6. Meerut Martyrs Memorial - It is a prominent landmark in Meerut dedicated to the martyrs of the Indian Independence Movement. The memorial has a museum showcasing the freedom struggle.
Tourist Attractions
Augharnath Temple
Gandhi Park
Shahid Smarak
Suraj Kund Park
Fantasy World Water Park
Government Freedom Struggle Museum
Kali Paltan Mandir
Mansa Devi Mandir
Ecological Park
Shapir or Shahpeer Sahab ki Dargah
Draupadiโs Kitchen
Hastinapur
Saint John's Church
Bhole ki Jhaal
Vidura Ka Tila
Digambar Jain Temple
Mustafa Castle