Suraj Kund Meerut

Suraj Kund is the historical area of Meerut where the old town flourished. The Suraj Kund pond was originally built in 1714 by Lawar Jawahar Lal, a rich merchant, and was called “monkey tank” by the British. As per the mythology, it is said that Karna had offered his Kawach and Kundal to Lord Surya at the area of the Kund (lake). There are a number of small temples, sanctuaries, sati pillars in this area. Some of the other notable structures in Suraj Kund also include the Dargah of Shahpir, Jama Masjid, and the mausoleums of Salar Masaud Ghazi and Abu Yar Khan. The area is now popular for shopping and markets which are dotted with shops selling all kinds of goods and a host of sports goods manufacturing companies that are located here.

The main landmark of Suraj Kund is the Suraj Kund Park, the huge tank which originally was fed by water of Abu Nala. The Ganga Canal fills the water of this park, which, in present day, is maintained by the municipal corporation. The verdant surroundings of the park houses diverse flora and fauna besides creating ample opportunities for amusement and recreation.