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The Lucknow Pact of 1916 was signed between the Indian National Congress and the All-India Muslim League, aiming at Hindu-Muslim unity and demanding greater self-governance from British rule.
Emperor Akbar constructed the Agra Fort in its present form, making it a major Mughal administrative and residential center in UP.
The Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj (Allahabad) is held every 12 years when Jupiter enters Aries and the Sun enters Capricorn, according to Hindu calendrical traditions.
Lucknow is renowned worldwide for its 'Chikankari' embroidery, a delicate hand-embroidery technique that has been practiced for centuries.
Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in Agra, UP, as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz Mahal in the 17th century.
Kanpur was a major epicenter of the 1857 Sepoy Mutiny, where Nana Sahib led a significant rebellion against British rule.
Banarasi silk sarees from Varanasi are renowned worldwide for their intricate gold and silver zari work.
Madan Mohan Malaviya founded the Banaras Hindu University in 1916 in Varanasi, UP.
Sarnath is where Buddha delivered his first sermon (Dharmachakraparivartan) after attaining enlightenment.
The Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj is held every 12 years, with Ardh Kumbh held every 6 years.
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