Exceptional Brass Works and Tourism of Moradabad

The name Moradabad can be considered as synonyms
of Brass because its association with an element called brass is so interrelated that it is often mentioned as the Brass city or Peetal Nagri of India. Perched perfectly within the western helms of Uttar Pradesh Moradabad and its tourism potential are very much defined by its temples and brass collection.

 

Since we understand that the value of Brass when it is molded into artistic work gets double and here the same process takes place various brass stall around Moradabad offers splendid opportunities to its traveler to buy something as a part of souvenir.

Geographical Location

Geographically the city is situated at an altitude of around 286 m above from the sea level surrounding the gulf of Gangetic plain which is again complimented by the presence of River Ram Ganga. The gentle slopes you will witness within the helms of west make the side affluent and exquisite and perhaps its amazing location has made its apt in resource and tourism.

Historical Accounts

According to historians the initial name of the city was Chaupala which was however renamed as Rustam Nagar by Rustam Khan the Governor of Sambhal during his invasion which he led during the call of 1624. Traveler must understand that it was significant land of the Panchala Kingdom, Nanda, Maurya, Gupta and Maukharis Empires and during their reign they developed sequential atmosphere for trade and commerce to flourish.

It was during 17^th century city came under the 

province of Rohilkhand State and later it was captured by Mughal and at that time Mughal Emperor Shahjahan renamed the city as Moradabad after Prince Morad Bux.

Before an annexation of the territory by British the city was ruled by the Nawabs of Awadh during 1774 – 1800 and after appeasement with British city witnessed mass uprisings to support the cause of India Independence.

Present Scenario of Moradabad

At present the city is renowned for its brass works and to understand the culture of Brass one would require understanding the fact related with Mohammed Yar Khan who is considered as the founder of brassware industry.

Owing to its solvency in terms of Brass the city at present is sharing international relations with renowned countries like USA, Britain, Canada, Germany and many more. Within the call of Middle East nation the name of city is called out with huge respect as it export copper, brass, copper alloy to an above mentioned nations.

Tourism around Moradabad

When it comes to tourism amity than city has some of the renowned temples like Pataleshwar Temple, Sai Temple, Jama Masjid where tourist and devotees walks in to offer their praying. Beside that its Peetal Mandi can be considered as a major attraction where travelers lure in to buy some extra ordinary works on brass. Subsequently the city offers excursion trips to Almora, Aligarh, Haridwar, Rajaji National Park, etc. 

Best Time to Visit

Consider coming here during the months of February to April and August to November.

How to Reach

By air- the nearest airport to Moradabad is New Delhi International Airport.

By train- the nearest railway station to Moradabad is Moradabad railway station.