Lata Mangeshkar Chowk In The Heart Of Ayodhya Turns Into Major Selfie Point
The famous Lata Mangeshkar Chowk—which marks the intersection of Ram Path and Dharm Path—has now emerged as Ayodhya's newest selfie hotspot.?
The chowk, constructed by the UP government in honour of the late singer Lata Mangeshkar, radiates a tasteful blend of history and modernity, providing a lovely setting for locals, tourists and photographers wishing to capture moments in the embrace of cultural resonance.??
What Is The Main Attraction Of Ayodhya?
Named after the renowned singer, this iconic roundabout in the centre of Ayodhya features a massive,?14-ton?veena sculpture in the middle, and?has recently become a significant tourist attraction for locals and visitors looking to snap the perfect selfie in the temple town.
The Lata Mangeshkar Chowk marks the intersection of Ram Path and Dharm Path, both beautifully bedecked with ornamental lamp posts ahead of the consecration ceremony of the upcoming?Ram temple?in the holy city.?
Locals credit Prime Minister Modi's December 30 Ayodhya roadshow, during which he even stopped by Lata Mangeshkar Chowk and obliged photographers, for the abrupt surge in the attraction's popularity.
When Did The Chowk Last See A Major Gathering?
A large crowd from the temple town and some nearby regions gathered at the Lata Mangeshkar Chowk to welcome the New Year on December 31.?By 10 p.m. on Sunday, selfie-seekers had begun to pour in, circling the famous landmark to find the ideal angle for a selfie or a photo with the artistic sculpture.
Yogi Adityanath, the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, took a selfie at Chowk the day before Modi visited the holy city, causing a stir on social media and among the local populace.?However, shortly after the clock struck midnight on Sunday night, many young people gathered on the Chowk's circular perimeter to capture the event.?
In contrast, others live-streamed the festive scenes on Instagram and other social media platforms.?This was the start of the selfie craze sparked by PM Modi's roadshow.
Where Is This Chowk Located?
The chowk was built by the Uttar Pradesh government to commemorate the late melody queen on her 93rd birthday.?It is situated next to Naya Ghat, and was inaugurated virtually by PM Modi on September 28, 2022.
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