Kannauj district

Kannauj district is an administrative area in Kanpur division, Uttar Pradesh, situated along the Ganges River across a flat plain. The territory includes numerous villages organized under administrative tehsils and development blocks that serve the local population.

The area has deep roots in Indian history as a region of cultural and commercial importance. It became a separate district in 1997, gaining administrative independence from its previous jurisdiction.

Kannauj city, the district capital, has been a center of fragrance production for centuries, and this craft tradition remains visible in small workshops throughout the area. The scent-making heritage shapes how locals identify their community and connect with visitors interested in traditional arts.

The district is best explored during cooler months when traveling is more comfortable, as summers can be quite warm. The area is accessible by local transportation, with Kannauj city serving as the main hub for visiting most attractions and services.

Kannauj city has been producing perfumes and fragrances for over 1000 years, making it one of India's oldest continuously operating craft traditions. Many production techniques and fragrance formulas are passed down through generations without written documentation, preserving knowledge through practice alone.

Location: Kanpur division

Capital city: Kannauj

Shares border with: Farrukhabad district, Kanpur Nagar district

Website: http://kannauj.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 27.07000,79.92000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:49