Places to visit in Bihar

Originally known as Pataliputra and renamed as Azimabad during the Mughal rule, the modern-day Patna is the capital city of Bihar state. Lying along the picturesque south bank of the river Ganges, Patna is one of the oldest cities in the country. Dating back to the 5th century BCE, the ancient Pataliputra was founded by the king of Magadha, Ajathashatru.

The beauty of the city of Patna is defined by its wide roads, new buildings, and tenebrous squares. The rich historical and colorful cultural heritage of the city adds to its never-ending charm. The glorious stories of the past, the rich fertile lands, the revered learning centers, and age-old spiritual sites, make Patna an interesting tourist destination. 

Location: The serene city of Patna is located around 470 KM northwest of Kolkata

Historical Facts:

- The city was founded in the fifth century BCE by Ajatshatru, the King of Magadha. 

- The city of “Pataliputra” was a center of learning and then became the capital city of the Gupta Dynasty.

- The city was deserted around the 7th Century BCE when the dynasty declined.

- Being re-founded around 1541 by an Afghan Ruler, the city again rose to prosperity under the Mughal Rule.  

Places to Visit:

- Patna is home to a myriad of famed historical monuments, including Golghar, the Patna Museum, Jalan Museum and the Ruins of Pataliputra. 

- This ever growing city also boasts many spiritually significant places, including the Patna Sahib Gurudwara, Mahavir Mandir.

- Other important tourist attractions in Patna include the Patna Market, Gandhi Ghat, the Patna Planetarium, and Buddha Smriti Udyan.

Activities to Do:

- While you are in Patna, you can spend time taking historical and cultural tours through the heritage sites. 

- You can also take pilgrimage tours through the various spiritual sites significant to Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.

- The city also lets you take local food tours and try authentic Bihari delicacies, including Litti Chokha, Dal Peda, Kesar Peda, and Gujia. 

Best Time to Visit: 

You can experience the best weather in Patna, if you visit the city during the winter season, between the months of October and March. During this time of the year, the city experiences cool and pleasant weather, which is suitable for sightseeing.

Situated in the Nainital district, Ramnagar is one of the most beautiful attractions in Uttarakhand dotted with cascading waterfalls and green valleys. It is the commencement point of a getaway to the world-known Jim Corbett National park. It is also the junction of the Kumaon hills and is known not only for its scenic beauty but also for its litchi cultivation.

Ramnagar has some of the most beautiful national parks and forests that give the visitors a chance to have an unadulterated view of nature. The immaculate purity and freshness of the air and the glaciers falling from the Himalayas are a treat to one’s eye as well as the soul.

There are many delightful places to visit in Ramnagar that attract visitors from all over the world. For wanderers and nature lovers, the best place to visit here is Dhikala and the Ramnagar wildlife sanctuary. The spiritual souls can visit the handful of shrines, starting with Mata Mansa Devi Mandir, Shiv Mandir Basai, Basai Mandir, Sai Mandir, and Pancha Pandav Mandir.

There are many royal forts also over here like the Ramnagar Palace and the Ramnagar Fort, which exhibit the legacy of this place. Jim Corbett National Park is another popular destination here that is known to be the oldest national parks of India and adds up to flora and fauna of the sub-Himalayan Belt. Not only tigers but also elephants, leopards, deers, boars, and many other types of wildlife can be observed here.

If you’re an adventure lover, then you can try a wide range of activities over here to pump up your adrenaline level. You can try rock climbing, mountain climbing, paragliding for a thrilling experience. You can also have a scenic tour of the cascading waterfalls and royal forts over here.

Ramnagar experiences ideal weather all the year round except in monsoon when the region receives incessant rainfall. With an average temperature of 26.1 degrees, the best time of the year to visit this place is between March to June. With the commencement of winter at around the corner of October, the temperatures drop low, making it a little difficult for sightseeing.