Roorkee (Uttarakhand, India)

Roorkee is a historic city in Uttarakhand, India, known for its rich educational and engineering heritage. It is home to the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, one of the country's premier technical institutions. The city has a strong association with irrigation and water management, marked by the historic Haridwar Canal. Roorkee features a blend of modern development and ancient architecture, including colonial-era structures and religious sites. Surrounded by fertile plains, it serves as a hub for education, engineering, and trade, while maintaining its significance in India’s infrastructure and historical landscape.