The "Sports City" of India, Meerut is well known all over the world for the renowned quality of the sports goods it produces. Meerut is also recognised for its contribution to India's freedom struggle, as the place where the seeds of the freedom struggle were sown with the sepoy mutiny of 1857 against British rule.
Meerut is also a developing education hub in Uttar Pradesh and has also been recognised for the high-quality musical instruments it produces. Located close to Delhi, Meerut offers plenty of tourist options for those planning a short holiday close to Delhi. When in Meerut, one can take their pick from the many nature parks present here such as the Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary, which is among the largest natural forest reserves for wild animals in India.
The Augarnath Temple, Company Garden, St. John's Church and Bhole Ki Jhaal are some of the other popular tourist destinations worth exploring near Meerut.
The city of Meerut offers many good options for food lovers due to the Mughalai influence in its cuisine. Jalebi and Kachori are two of the most popular breakfast items in Meerut and a must-try while visiting the city.
For air travellers, the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi. Those looking to travel by road, can reach Meerut by a well maintained network of national and state highways that connect Meerut to all the nearby cities. Meerut is also well connected to the Indian Railway Network, with five major railway stations present here.
The city has pleasantly cold weather during the winter season. The summer months are typically hot, while there is significant rainfall during the monsoons. The period from September to April is considered the best time to visit this city.
OYO Hotels in Meerut
With OYO Hotels, you can choose from a wide range of properties such as Spot-On, Capital-O, Premium, and OYO Rooms based on your budget and preferences. All the rooms are well designed and come with the latest modern amenities to make your stay comfortable. Free Wi-Fi, room service, breakfast options, and designated parking spaces are some of the perks of booking a room with OYO Hotels.
All the OYO Hotels offer a safe and secure environment, with round the clock CCTV surveillance and diligent security. You can also book your OYO Hotel in Meerut through its official app or website for your convenience.
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Questions and Answers
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What are some of the best accommodation options in Meerut?
OYO Rooms has various accommodations options throughout the city. You can find a good place to stay based on what you plan to do in the city and also your budget
Meerut is an ancient city with its history going back to the Indus Valley Civilization. Therefore, this place is a good place for history buffs who would like to explore the many ancient sites and monuments. Meerut is also known for its religious importance so, you can check out various temples and mosques that are the pride of the city. Other than that, there are places like Hastinapur wildlife sanctuary and Gandhi Baag that you can visit.
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What is a good time to visit Meerut?
The good time visit Meerut is from October to March. During this time the city experiences its winter season and offers pleasant weather and temperature that are ideal for sightseeing an visiting the various temples and other places of religious importance. The summers in Meerut are very hot, so it is not advised to visit the city during this time. You can visit during monsoons if you do not mind rains and can manage your visit with a downpour.
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What is the best food that you can eat here?
Meerut is a destination for great food dripping with history and culture. It is a paradise for food lovers with plenty of both vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian delicacies. The food items that you must eat here are seekh kababs, chicken tikka, korma, rumali rotis, butter chicken, lassi, kulcha, jalebi, chole bhature and pineapple ice cream. Some good places to sit and eat are Olivia, Harmony Inn, Outer Limit, Tim Bak Too, Pappi Dhaba, Marwadi Bhoj and Delhi Darbar.
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Is the city covered by metro/bus network? What is the best way to travel across the city?
Meerut does not have a metro network. The city is well connected with the city bus network which has some really modern and comfortable buses that ply to every corner of the city. The most preferred modes of transport for Meerut are auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws. These are inexpensive modes and you can also hire a shared auto rickshaw to further cut down on your transport expenses. You can also hire cars from local private companies. Meerut also has app-based cab services like Ola, Uber and Taxi for Sure.
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How to reach Meerut?
Meerut does not have a civilian airport. The nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International airport which is 62km away. From here, you can take a bus, taxi or train to Meerut. Meerut has a railway station which receives trains from all the major cities in the country. By road, you can travel from bus from anywhere in the state and all the other nearby major cities. You can also drive to Meerut in your own vehicle, the roads are good and well-marked.
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What are some of the best economy and luxury homestay and hotel options near the Railway?
If you have decided to stay close to Meerut railway station, you can enjoy your stay with classy OYO Rooms. Some good options for you are:
Hotel Orion
Hotel Meerut International
Hotel Metro Regency
Royale Inn
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What should you buy in Meerut?
Some of the popular things to purchase in Meerut are jewellery, organic food, musical instruments, sports equipment and cricket bats.
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Where should you shop in Meerut?
Some famous places to shop in Meerut are Surajkund Road, Budhana Gate, Central Market and Abu Lane.
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Which are the must-visit places in Meerut?
Meerut has a number of places that you can visit and enjoy. Here is a list of must visit places in the city.
Kali Paltan Mandir
Mansa Devi Temple
Suraj Kund
Bhole Ki Jhaal
St. John’s Church
Appu Ghar
Gandhi Baag