Sardhana, town in Uttar Pradesh, India
Sardhana is a small town near Meerut with ancient history and religious sites shaped by different cultures. It consists of narrow lanes, old palaces like the Begum's Palace, stone temples, and the Basilica of Our Lady of Graces built in 1822, where old and new buildings stand side by side.
Sardhana was in ancient times a place of worship where the Pandavas from the Mahabharata reportedly prayed. In the 1700s it became a center of power under the rule of Begum Samru, who supported churches and became a notable figure in the town's history.
Sardhana is a town where Hindu and Christian communities live side by side, each maintaining their own traditions and celebrations. The basilica and ancient temples stand together in the streets, visible proof of how different faiths have coexisted here for centuries.
Sardhana is easily reached from Meerut by local buses or taxis and sits at an elevation of about 226 meters. The best time to visit is during cooler months when it is not too hot or rainy, and the town is easy to walk through.
Raja Deen Dayal, India's first photographer, was born here and documented the life and scenes of India long ago through his work. His photographs preserve a rare glimpse of the past and make the town significant in India's photographic history.
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