Moradabad is a small and quiet district in the Uttar Pradesh state of India. Although it has limited attractions and accommodations to offer, these are considered as the best in their region.

Moradabad is one of Uttar Pradesh districts. It is also part of the Moradabad Division. It is also the headquarters. In the 1600s, Moradabad was established by the son of Shahjahan, a Mughal Emperor. His name is Murad.

Moradabad has nearly 4 million residents that come from various religions and ethnicities. The city is located only 100 miles northeast Delhi, Indias capital. It is also called the Brass City (Peetal Nagri) because of its large brass handicraft export industry which transacts wit Europe and North America. The city is more noted for its glassware and brass works even if it also thrives in its agrarian industry. Other flourishing industries here include handicrafts, metalwork, sugar, and electroplating.

The city also features over 400 factories for aluminum, brass, glass and iron products.

Through the years, they have become even more compliant with the Security and Global Social Norms. This resulted to the reduced percentage of child laborers. Famous companies who benefit from these factories are Home Depot, Casto Rama, Target, JC Penny, Carefour and Wal-Mart among others.

Moradabad Attractions

Peetal Mandi

This is one place of interest you cannot miss. It is a prime market in a congested alley, having numerous big and small shops that sell bronze and copper products. One can even find small shops here that sell decorative miniatures and small items.

There are also large showrooms with exhibits of exclusive objects. Many people come here for the cheap yet high quality utensils made of copper. These are designed with exquisite Naqqashi work.

The Rosewater Sprayer (Gulabpash) and Perfume Sprayer (Itradan) are also famous bronze objects that come in different shapes and sizes. Wine servers (Aftab) possess attractive but heavy copper linings. Aside from this, Bronze busts are also becoming popular, like those of Alexander the Great and Bushaphelas, his favorite horse as well as Gautama Buddha, Mahatma Ghandi, Plato, Artistotle, Lenin, Socrates and numerous Hindu deities.

Hindu Temples

Moradabad temples are made of the most intricate architectures that say a lot about their ancestors. These famous structures are also indicative of how religious the locals are.

Moradabad Accommodations

Moradabad only has a limited number of lodging accommodations but they are considered as the best places to stay in while in the city. These hotels offer a relaxing and soothing ambience as well as a secure and memorable stay.

Best Western Premier Holiday Regency

This is the only 5-star deluxe hotel in Moderabad. It has 74 rooms, contemporary amenities, a multi-cuisine restaurant, modern health club, tandoor specialty large outdoor pool and a gym. It also features meeting halls, banquets and lawns. Check in time is at 12:00 noon while check out time is at 10:00 am. The address of this hotel is OM Enclave, 9th Km. Delhi Road, India.

Basic amenities include a restaurant, bar, coffee shop, room service, Internet, business center, pool and health club. Their superior and deluxe rooms are equipped with a safe, air conditioner, telephone, iron, hairdryer, private bathroom and color TVs. The average nightly rate at this hotel is Rs 5,426.

Rahi Tourist Bungalow

This is considered as the best budget hotel in Moderabad. It offers comfort, relaxation at affordable prices. It is located near Circuit House in Delhi Road, India. Check in time at the hotel is at 12:00 noon while check out time is at 10:00 am.

Rahi Tourist Bungalow has 14 rooms. Amenities include a restaurant, bar and room service. The nightly rate at this hotel is Rs 895.