Gorakhpur to Burkina Faso

Located favourably on the banks of Rapti and Rohani rivers, Gorakhpur is an ancient city in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It shares one of its borders with Nepal and due to this, it serves as a stopover for tourists who want to reach Nepal. There are many places of religious importance in Gorakhpur that attract several tourists from near and far. Gorakhnath Temple, dedicated to Saint Gorakhnath, is one of the major attractions of this city. Built in the 12th Century, this temple was attacked many times by the Mughals. But, it was rebuilt and today it stands as one of the most architecturally magnificent temples of the city. Another place worth-visiting in Gorakhpur is the Gita Press. Though known widely as a publication house, mainly of religious books, it is more than that. The building of the press is designed wonderfully in the shape of a temple, with marble walls that are decorated with inscriptions and pictures from the epic Mahabharata. The interiors of the building are adorned with paintings and wall hangings that reveal stories of Lord Rama and Lord Krishna. Arogya Mandir, Veer Bahadur Singh Planetarium, Imambara and Geeta Vatika are other places of tourist interest in Gorakhpur. MakeMyTrip offers many travel packages, amongst which tourists can avail any one as per their preference and explore this city comfortably.

Burkina Faso in western Africa is a landlocked country with a savannah biome and two climactic zones. One region has a semi-arid steppe climate, while the other, tropical. Ouagadougou, the capital city, houses unique craft markets and a handful of cultural highlights. Grand Marché and Artisanal Village are best for souvenir shopping. Musée de la Musique, Musée Nationale and Cathédrale de l’Immaculée-Conception de Ouagadougou are must-visits. Furthermore, Bangr Weogo Park in the heart of the capital offers a fine escape from the city din for nature lovers. The second largest city of Burkina Faso, Bobo-Dioulasso welcomes backpackers with a bustling nightlife scene. In the southwestern region of Burkina Faso, Banfora city is only two hours away from Bobo-Dioulasso. At the city’s entrance, Karfiguéla waterfalls, surrounded by lush vegetation is a must-visit. Tengrela Lake nearby is a small, natural water body that is home to hippos. Boating on wooden boats with locals on its shallow waters is a popular activity. In the southeast region of Burkina Faso, Arli National Park, also known as Arly, lies on the banks of Arli and Pendjari rivers. It is part of the entire W-Arly-Pendjari Complex, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you are planning to visit Burkina Faso, book a flight and hotel from MakeMyTrip offering incredible discounts all-round the year.