Hapur

Hapur is a city in, as well as the headquarters of, Hapur district, in western Uttar Pradesh, India. Hapur was earlier known as ‘Haripur’. It is a manufacturing hub of stainless steel pipes, tubes and sewing machines. Hapur is also well known for its paper cones, papads and booming wood products manufacturing industries. It has the leading grain and jaggery market in the district. It is situated about 60 km from the capital, New Delhi. Hapur is said to have been founded in the 10th century by King Hapur. It was granted by Daulat Scindia to his French general Pierre Cuillier-Perron at the end of the 18th century. Under the British Raj, Hapur was within Meerut District.

Hapur attracts many tourists every year. The city has been a famous religious centre for Hindus since many decades. There are many temples, mosques and forts to visit. The government of Uttar Pradesh and private tourist operators provides good tourism facilities throughout the year. Hapur has many tourist spots in vicinity which maybe of great interest to historians and students of religious discipline. However, there are certain places which attract tourists and should not be missed at all.<