Kanauj
Kannauj, also known as Kannauj or Kanyakubja, is a historic city and the administrative headquarters of Kannauj district in the western part of Uttar Pradesh, India. It lies on the fertile plains of the Ganges region and serves as a regional commercial and cultural center.
Kannauj is one of the oldest cities in Northern India with roots in ancient and medieval periods.
Today Kannauj is known for its long-standing perfume industry, particularly the production of attar (perfume oil).
Kannauj has historical sites and monuments reflecting its past as a political center and trade hub, including