Munger is a town that is located in the Munger district of the state of Bihar. The town has a history of producing various iron products from its foundries. The place has a rich history and one can see many sites that remind the visitor about the past glory of the place. One of the main tourist sites in the town is the Munger Fort. The fort is located along the banks of the River Ganges and it has been built on top of a hill. The fort has an interesting architecture and is a must see place while travelling to the town of Munger. The fort has changed hands many times and the various influences are reflected in the premises of the complex. There are many tombs and monuments that can be seen inside the fort and some of the main ones are the Palace of Shah Suja, the Tomb of Phir Shah, an ancient temple called Chandistana and an old British cemetery. The history of the fort dates back to the 14th century.There are few other historical buildings and gardens that are located in the town itself and these are also good places to visit during the stay. One can also visit Sita Kund, which is a hot water spring. The town of Munger experiences extreme conditions during the different seasons. The temperatures can be expected to climb rapidly during the peak summer season. Winters are mild for the most part. However it is common for temperatures to fall rapidly during the winter season. The region of Munger receives good amount of rainfall annually and this is especially true during the monsoon season.
Munger Fort, Bihar
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Category : Temples
Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours
Pincode: 811214
STD Code: 6344
Info Website: http://munger.bih.nic.in/
Best Time to Visit: October – March
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Patna Airport
By Air : The closest commercial airport is located at the city of Patna. You can expect good flight connectivity to the airport and one can reach the place from different cities such as Ranchi, Chennai, Kolkata, Lucknow and Delhi. This is the most suitable option for those who are planning to arrive by air. Taxis can be hired at the Patna Airport and these can be used to travel to the town of Munger. Taxis cost around Rs 7 per kilometer for the trip and it takes around two and a half hours to reach the place.
By Train : The Patna wailway station provides a feasible option for those who are arriving by rail. It is well connected to some cities such as Delhi, Secunderabad, Pune and Cochin.
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By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.
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- Beware of pickpockets as Munger is a major tourist city in India.
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- Ambulance : 102
- Fire Brigade : 101
- Police : 100
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