Massacre Ghat - Witness history, remember sacrifice.
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
Kanpur's Massacre Ghat, formerly Sati Chaura Ghat, marks a pivotal event in India's 1857 uprising. Explore this historical site during your Uttar Pradesh tourism journey and remember the past.
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Top Activities in Massacre Ghat
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Explore The Bibi Ghar Building
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Pay Respects At The Memorial Well
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Reflect By The Ganges River
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Visit The Historical Massacre Ghat Memorial
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Best Time to Visit
October-March
When to visit place on the day
Morning
Approximate expense
₹200 per person
History
During the 1857 Sepoy Mutiny, also known as the First War of Indian Independence, Nana Sahib, a prominent leader of the rebellion, captured Kanpur. As the British forces retreated, a large group of British women and children sought refuge at Bibighar, a building near the Ganges. On July 15, 1857, they were tragically massacred, and their bodies were thrown into a nearby well. This event, known as the Bibighar Massacre, became a symbol of the brutality of the uprising and further fueled the conflict. After the British recaptured Kanpur, a memorial was erected at the site, which later became known as Massacre Ghat.
