Meerut District Map

The nomenclature of Meerut District is shrouded in conjectures and surmises. It is generally assumed that Ravana’s father-in-law, Maya, christened the district formerly known as Maidant-ka-Khera. Occupying an area of 2521.6 sq. km, Meerut spans across the coordinates 28°98’ North latitude to 77°0 7’ East longitudes.

With a population count of 1,167,399, Meerut possesses a distinctly agrarian economy coupled with a few industries.

Meerut, with its imminent history and luxuriant picturesque backdrop has a well-developed tourism sector. The notable tourist destinations include:

Jain temples of Hastinapur

Meerut city

Suraj Kund

Chandi Devi Temple

Mansa Devi Temple

Bale Miyan ki Darghah

Jama Masjid

Shaheed Smarak

Augharhnath Mandir

Sardhana

Mawana

Parikishatgarh

Baleni

Barnawa