Though Indian tourist places are world-famous but still
many people are not aware about the destinations where they can spend their
holidays. Patna is the oldest populated location having old history of around 3,000
years. Bihar state of India is full of rich culture and custom. The very old monuments
of Bihar are attracting history learners all time. Countless tourist spots of
Patna make the city special destination of Bihar. According to existing data roughly
2.5 million voyagers are visiting Patna yearly.
Famous Indian rulers like Chandragupta Maurya, Ajatashatru
and Dionysius of Megasthenes ruled the city at different intervals. Even many
popular name such as Fa-Hsien (Chinese tourist) and Hieun-Tsang visited the
city at various periods.
This metropolis is situated near holy river Ganga. Patna
is generating huge revenue through agriculture as well that means people will
find farmers and villagers near the city trading in agricultural products like rice,
sesame, sugarcane, oilseeds and wheat.
In early period, the city was recognized as Kusum Dhvaja,
Azimabad, Pataligrama, Pushpapura and Padmavati. Many astrologists and academic
people such as Ashvaghosha, Chanakya, Vatsyayana, Aryabhatta, Panini and Sthalabhadra
came and spend their valuable life time.
This modern municipality is full of infrastructure
facilities particularly for industry, trade and tourism. Patna is also having
the political value for the state and most of the big politicians are having accommodation
in Patna. Educational facilities are strong in Patna as the Patna University
was founded in 1917.
Hindu festivals are celebrated with complete joy in Patna
so attaining to the city Dipawali or any big fest could be better period then
regular vacation times. Bihar is admired for its Chhath festival in which local
people pray to Lord Surya. Chhath is the main spiritual carnival of Bihar celebrated
just after Dipawali for six days. Few world-famous tourist attraction in Patna are
Takht-a Sikh Gurudwara, Har Mandir, Pathar Ki Masjid, Martyr's Memorial, Shwetambar
Temple, Sher Shah Masjid, Golghar and national museums.
Attraction in Patna:
Gandhi Maidan: situated at center part of Patna city is historic
place close to Gange River. Previously the spot was identified as Patna Lawns. This
ground is witness of historical movements occurred at the time of India’s freedom.
People of Patna took part in all movements and public meetings conducted for
freedom of India.
Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library: people who want to learn
history of Patna can visit this library located near Ganga River. Foundation of
library was done in 900 which make this spot the oldest library of India. Approximately
21000 oriental documents and 2.5 lac books are available in the spot.
Patna Museum: situated close to central part of Patna city
is another tourist spot. State museum was built by British rulers in 1917 to
store all types of stuffs stored by rulers of Patna. It also recognized as Jadu
Ghar.
Quila House: best tourist spot of Patna is Quila house constructed
in between limited portion of the River Ganga. This is a museum having huge
antique collection of Mughal and various Empire ruling period.
Few big spots where travelers can visit are Begu Hajjam's
Mosque, Har Mandir Takht (Big Sikh gurudwara of Patna), Patthar-Ki-Masjid, St
Luke's Church, St Stephen's Church and many more.
In ancient time the city was named as Patliputra ruled by
Magadh and Maurya Emperors. The top archaeological sites of Patna are Kumhrar
(having hypostyle eighty pillar hall), Didarganj Yakshi, Agam Kuan (profound well),
Chausagarh (Chausa), Bulandibag, and Bhikhnapahari.
Ganges River:
sitting at side of one of the biggest river Ganga could be diverse
experience. At this spot voyagers can enjoy floating air-conditioned restaurant
started by BSTDC (Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation). Speed and normal
boats are accessible on rent that visitors can use to enjoy the ride on big
flowing river Ganga. Voyagers might get chance to see Ganges dolphins. Few big
forts such as collectarate Ghat, Raja Ghat, Rani Ghat are also available close
to this spot. Ganga River is having religious values in India so temples
located near the river are also special. Kali Mandir, Gurdwara Pahila Bara, and
Gurdwara Gobind Ghat are few big religious spots close to Ganga River. Mahatma
Gandhi Setu is one more popular destination of Patna.
Few big temples of Patna are Mahavir Mandir, Patan Devi, Kali
Mandir, and Birla Mandir.
Sikh community is also special of Patna managing various
Gurudwaras. The 10 Guru of Sikhs community Shree Guru Gobind Singh Ji was born in
Patna in 1666. Later he moved to Anandpur for next development. Shree Guru
Nanak Dev Ji visited the city in 1509 and Shree Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji came in 1666.
Shri Harmandir Saheb is one of the 5 Takhts of Sikh group. Gurdwara Pahila Bara
is also the big religious spot normally recognized as Gurdwara Ghai Ghat. Gurdwara
Bal Leela, Gurdwara Guru ka Bagh, Gurdwara Handi Sahib are few big Gurudwaras
of Patna.
Christian pilgrimages: Padari ki haveli, and Old Church
are two major Christian Pilgrimage centers.
Few other tourist spots of Patna are Kamaldah Jain Temple,
Patna Planetarium, SGJU (Sanjay Gandhi Jaivik Udyan), SGBZG (Sanjay Gandhi
Botanical and Zoological Garden), Srikrishna Science Centre, Khuda Bakhsh Library,
Golghar, Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Kargil Chowk (war memorial), Patna High Court, Naghol
kothi, Saheed Smarak, Darbhanga House, Shri Krishna Memorial Hall, Secretariat
Building, Qila House, Parks, Gandhi Maidan, Moin-ul-Haq Stadium, Patna Indoor
Stadium, and Patna houses club.
Nearby spots where voyagers can spend more time are Pawapuri,
Bodhgaya, Gaya, Vaishali, Nalanda, Rajgir, Muzaffarpur, Maner, and Vikramshila.
Attaining to Patna:
By Air: LNJA (Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport) of Patna is
linked through domestic airlines of India. Flights from almost all key cities
are reaching to Patna. Gaya Airport is next closest air hub situated at 96 km distance
from Patna City. Gaya airport is international air hub serving flights from
abroad to Bihar and Jharkhand states. Flights from Sri Lanka, Singapore, Bangkok
and Bhutan are available in large amount.
By Road: NH 30, NH 19, NH 83 and NH 31 are passing from Patna
city which means by road is also easy to attain the city. State buses of Bihar
are available to reach Patna, though timings are limited for the bus. Delhi is
1,015 kms away from Patna, Mumbai is 1,802 kms away, and Kolkata is 556 kms
away.