Patna Tourism

"The cradle of Empires" Patna Tourism Prospering along the southern banks of river Ganges and set in the conglomerated backdrop of rich ancient heritage and a glorious historical past, Patna boasts of a dominating presence in history and enjoys the distinction of being one of the oldest cities in the world. Originally called as Pataliputra, Patna is currently a hot-bed for the culminating political fortunes. In addition to being one of the major and most popular tourist destinations in India- owing to its plethora of artefacts, monuments and grand architectural heritage which provide a peek in the bygone era, this capital city of Bihar also holds significant religious and spiritual importance. It is a gateway to pilgrimage sites of Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists. The capital city ofBihar, Patna is one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world. Originally known as Pataliputra, it played a major role in Indian culture and even today has great historical and religious significance. Having belonged to the blue family of cities with a royal heritage, it has an amazing past and various artefacts to provide a peek into the bygone era and also displays a brisk pace of modern development. Located on the banks of river Ganges, Patna is also an important pilgrimage centre and it is close to nearby religious centres of Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and the Buddhists likeBodh Gaya,Vaishali,NalandaandPawapuri. Patna is also the birthplace of the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh and hence an important pilgrimage for Sikhs. Download Patna PDF Guide > What's Great? Beautiful historic monuments. What's not so Great? Summers can be harsh. The city is very crowded. For Whom Patna is majorly for all the history buffs.

Historic Venture Patna boasts of a number of historical monuments depicting the history of the state such as the Maner Sharif, a historical site that houses two tombs, Shah Daulat and Makhdoom Yahya Maneri; Takht SriPatna Sahib, a holy place for Sikhs put up by Maharaja Ranjit Singh; Patthar ki Masjid, a mosque wholly constructed of stones and Mahavir Mandir.

Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Patna. Begin by diving in the cultural ruins of the very famous Nalanda University. Patna is the birthplace of the tenth Sikh guru- Guru Gobind Singh. Spend the latter half of the day exploring the Sikh religion, visit Takht Shri Patna Sahib. Day 2: Start by visiting Agam Dua which is a famous archaeological site in Patna. Proceed to the popular Hanuman Mandir. Spend a leisure evening on the GandhiGhatt. You can also go boating on the ghat. Stay for the Ganga Aarti which is a spectacular event at the ghat. Day 3: Begin your day by going on a tour of the Golghar. It is an ancient large granary famous for its architecture and historical relevance. Not far from here is the Gandhi Maidan where you can proceed next. If you have time at hand, you can choose to visit the Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park or Shahid Smriti Park. End your day with a stroll in the street markets shopping local souvenirs at Patna Market or Ashok Rajpath. Day 4:(Optional)Wake up early next day and head to Patna Museum. It is known for its preserved historical artefacts. Next, proceed to Gandhi Sanghralaya. Post lunch, you can spend the evening at the Buddha Smriti Park. End your trip by visiting the P & M mall- the most popular shopping arcade in the city.

Restaurants and Local Food in Patna Patna is a land of delectable cuisines most of which are predominantly vegetarian. Litti Chokha is the introduction to the staple diet of the town. It is a savoury wheat and sattu ball dipped in ghee. The ball full of spices and a mix of several flavors, is served with cooked and mashed vegetables. The regular food consist of seasonal vegetables and pulses, cost of which keep varying depending on their availability. Everyday food regulates around roti, daal, bhaat and sabzi.In addition to this, local people are extremely fond of mutton, fish and fried chicken dishes. The flavors are inspired from Bengali and North Indian cuisines and are a lip-smacking fusion. In addition to this, Patna has a special fondness for sweet dishes. Naivedyam is a popular dish made from besan and dry fruits. Other famous sweets are Chandrakala/ Gujjia, Khaja, Kesar Peda, Dal Peda, Malpua, Parwal ki mithai etc. Local fast food snacks include Chana Ghugni, Samosa, Jhaal Mudi, Choora, Thekua etc. Kalakand is another delicious preparation from condensed milk, which is a must try other than Anarsa. Sattu Pani and Lassi are popular beverages. View 10 Restaurants in Patna >>

Oct-Maris the best time to visit Patna Winters (October-March) is the best time to visit Patna and other parts of Bihar. Summers are extremely hot and sightseeing and activities won't be possible. Even the monsoons should be avoided as it is quite hot and humid out there. A great time to visit Patna is during the Chhatth Festival which is only celebrated by Biharis. It occurs on the 7th day after Diwali and is a festival to pray to the Sun God. This festival is celebrated throughout the state with high enthusiasm and the celebrations are worth seeing and experiencing. Weather in Patna Loading... Patna in Summer (March - June) Summers in Patna are quite hot and tiring. The temperature in summer season varies from 28 to 41 degrees Celsius. Patna in Monsoon (July - September) Patna receives irregular rainfall. The temperature ranges between 15 to 28 degrees Celsius. Patna in Winter (December - March) Winters are best to enjoy sightseeing in Patna. The temperature in winter season varies in between 12 to 32 degrees Celsius. Monthly Weather in Patna Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 11 23 February 13 28 March 18 32 April 24 37 May 26 37 June 27 37 July 27 33 August 27 34 September 26 32 October 22 33 November 16 29 December 12 22

Events in Patna Sonepur Cattle Fair 14th November - 14th December The Sonepur Cattle Fair, which is the biggest cattle fair of Asia, streches on from 15 days to one month and attracts visitors from all over the world. Dogs, Buffaloes, Donkeys, and even the occasional camel are traded. However, the main attraction is the Hathi Bazaar for the elephants. Handicrafts stalls are also put up. Boat Ride In The Ganges Throughout the year To see the beauty of Patna City in a different way, take the boat tours. Taking you through the entire city, under the Mahatma Gandhi Setu, one of the world's longest bridges, and back, this gives you a wholesome experience of all that Patna has to offer.