India /Bihar /Bhagalpur /Sultanganj
Colganj Rock Cut Temples, 8 Km West Of Bhagalpur, India. Edit
Detail InformationEdit
The Colganj rock cut Temples are one of the main tourist attractions of Bhagalpur. The rock cut carvings present on these temples date back to the Gupta Period. These carvings depict many Hindu, Jain and Buddhist deities. There are also several artistic etchings present at these temples that have been excavated from towns like Sultanganj and Kahalgaon of Bihar.
Colganj Rock Cut Temples, Bhagalpur
HistoryEdit
The rock-cut sculpture is an art which is more similar to sculpture than architecture, as structures by the artists were produced by cutting out solid rocks.These etchings are said to belong to time of great Emperor Asoka. Rock-cut architecture is widely found in India in the ancient temples or caves. Some well-known rock-cut structures of ancient India are Chaityas, Viharas, temples etc. Rock-cut architecture occupies a very important place in the history of Indian state Bihar.
Must SeeEdit
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Best Season to VisitEdit
October to March.
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Morning, Afternoon, Evening.
Time Required for SightseeingEdit
1 – 2 hours.
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How to ReachEdit
Taxi : Bhagalpur is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Bhagalpur by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.
Bus : Bihar state buses connect Bhagalpur with all neighboring cities in Bhagalpur. Deluxe A/C buses are also available from Bhagalpur to many cities in Bihar state.
Train : The Bhagalpur Railway Station is an old station. This station is well connected to many important cities in the state.
Air : There is no airport in Bhagalpur. Patna Airport is the nearest airport to Bhagalpur at a distance of about 200 kilometers away. The Patna airport is relatively well connected to the main centers of the country.
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Things to CarryEdit
- Camera, Plenty of water.
Safety / WarningEdit
- Before Puchasing Any Product Confirm The Price Form Local People.
HelplineEdit
- Police : 100.
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- Ambulance : 102.
