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| ] is one of the largest cities of the State of ] in ]. It encompasses a large area and is an inland peninsula surrounded by the rivers ] and ] from three sides with only one side connected to the mainland. Along with a large number of areas within Allahabad City, there are several satellite cities on the other side of the rivers ] and ], and are considered as satellite cities of Allahabad. There are also a large number of Townships and Villages near Allahabad City within ]. | |||
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| ] is well known for its sporting activities in the fields of ], ], ] and ]. There are several sports complexes that can be used by both amateurs and professionals. These include the ] Cricket stadium, ] Hall Sports Complex and the ] Gymnasium. There are several swimming facilities throughout the city as well. | ] is well known for its sporting activities in the fields of ], ], ] and ]. There are several sports complexes that can be used by both amateurs and professionals. These include the ] Cricket stadium, ] Hall Sports Complex and the ] Gymnasium. There are several swimming facilities throughout the city as well. | ||
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| ] member of Indian Cricket team hails from this city. | ] member of Indian Cricket team hails from this city. | ||
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| Allahabad is served by the ] (IXD) and is linked to ] and ] (Calcutta) by ]. Other airports in the vicinity are ] (147 km) and ] (210 km). | |||
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Allahabad is one of the largest cities of the State of Uttar Pradesh in India. It encompasses a large area and is an inland peninsula surrounded by the rivers Ganga and Yamuna from three sides with only one side connected to the mainland. Along with a large number of areas within Allahabad City, there are several satellite cities on the other side of the rivers Ganga and Yamuna, and are considered as satellite cities of Allahabad. There are also a large number of Townships and Villages near Allahabad City within Allahabad District.
Sports And Recreation in Allahabad
Allahabad is well known for its sporting activities in the fields of Cricket, Badminton, Tennis and Gymnastics. There are several sports complexes that can be used by both amateurs and professionals. These include the Madan Mohan Malaviya Cricket stadium, Mayo Hall Sports Complex and the Boys' High School & College Gymnasium. There are several swimming facilities throughout the city as well.
Allahabad has a prominent place in Indian Gymnastics. It is the leading team in SAARC and Asian countries.
Mohammed Kaif member of Indian Cricket team hails from this city.