Mirzapur is a city located in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. It serves as the headquarters of the Mirzapur district, situated at the geographical point where the Vindhya mountains meet the Indo-Gangetic Plain.
The city is geographically characterized by its position on the Kaimur extension of the Vindhya mountains. It is well known for its industrial production of carpets and brassware, as well as its cultural traditions involving kajari and birha music.