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Patna, a beautiful city on the banks of holy river Ganges, is famed as the capital of the state. This city in the north-east region of India has been continuing as a vibrant trade centre for many agricultural products including rice, sugarcane, sesame, wheat and oilseeds. In ancient period, it was a serene and beautiful small hamlet a small hamlet fortified by the king Ajatashatru, a hero of ancient Indian history. Historically known as Pataliputra, Patna had praise worthy history, tradition and culture.Patna was known as Kusum Dhvaja, Pataligrama, Azimabad, Padmavati and Pushpapura during ancient times. Under the rule of Maurya Kings, this beautiful town was in the pinnacle of its period. During this golden period many renowned personalities including famous astrologists and scholars Ashvaghosha, Vatsyayana, Chanakya, Aryabhatta, Sthalabhadra and Panini lived here. Patna is a modern city with many infrastructure facilities for trade, industry and tourism. It is the political centre of state as well as neighboring states like. Patna is known for the educational facilities as well. Patna University, established in 1917 is a good example of high end educational facilities.

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : City

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 800xxx

STD Code: 612

Info Website:  bstdc.bih.nic.in/patna.htm

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

HistoryEdit

Patna once called Pataliputra the capital of Bihar,is among the world’s oldest capital cities with unbroken history of many centuries as imperial metropolis. A very fertile arched stretch of land along the bank of the Ganga. The history and heritage of modern day Patna go back well over two millennia. Like Delhi, Patna too had been the regal seat of governance for successive kingdoms since ancient times. And to this day, it is the capital city of the state. As each ruler ascended in power and established dynastic glory, he gave his capital a new name. Thus, the ancient Kusumpura metamorphosed through Pushpapura, Pataliputra, Azeemabad and now into Patna, a continuous history ranging from 6th century BC to present times – a record claimed by few cities in the world. It was Ajatshatru the Magadha king who first built a small fort in Pataligram on the bank of the Ganga in 6th century BC, which later blossomed into the ancient glory still to be seen in the neighboring archaeological sites at Kumrahar. Bhiknapahari, Agamkuan, Bulandi Bagh and Kankar Bagh.

Places to VisitAdd

Patna sightseeing

How to ReachEdit

By Air : Patna has an international airport and is well connected from the major cities across the country. Indigo, Jet Airways and Kingfisher operate to and from Patna.

By Train : Patna Junction is a major railway station and is well connected from all the cities. Direct trains are available from Delhi , Kolkata, Mumbai , Chennai and Bangalore and many other cities and towns.

By BUS : Buses are available from nearby towns and cities and cost around Rs 2-5 per km.

By Taxi : Patna is well connected by a road network and national Highway 72. The tourist can reach to Patna by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

By Other : Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Park Plaza ; Behind Surya Clinic, i.a.s coloney,kidwaipuri,patna-1, Patna. ; Ph – 093 86 433725 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Laundry, Parking, Bus Parking, Banquet facilities.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Royal Villa ; R P Tower, Near Jagat Trade Centre, Fraser Road, Patna-800001. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Indoor Parking, Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Element Hometel ; 4th floor, Konark Shere Apartment, Beside HDFC Bank, Exhibition Road Patna, Patna 800 001. ; Ph – 91 612-2530310/11 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Laundry ,Parking, Doctor on call.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Clarks Inn Vijayatej ; Patliputra Kurji Road, Patliputra Industrial Area, Patna India, Patna- 800014. ; Ph – (0612) 3093333, 8404801440 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking, Doctor on call.

Top RestaurantsAdd

• Ankur Restaurant ;  Shakti Complex, Boring Road, Boring Canal Rd, Anandpuri, Patna, Bihar 800001. ; M –  0612 326 1713 ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisine.

• Chef Uncle ;  Surya Palace, Near Pani Tanki, More Boring Road, Patna, Bihar 800013. ; M –  0612 650 0656 ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisine.

• Pind Balluchi Restaurant ;  Biscomaun Tower, Gandhi Maidan, Patna, Bihar 800001. ; M –  0612 221 9102 ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisine.

• Roti Group ( Restaurant) – chain ;  Balua Nivas, opposite A N College, Boring Road, Patna, Bihar, Bihar 800013. ; M –  0612 221 9102 ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisine.

Must Eat FoodAdd

• Litti chokha –  Bihar Ka Gaurav Litti Chokha ; Hariniwas Complex, Opp Light Corner, Dak Bunglow Rd, Patna Gpo, Patna – 800001 ; Ph/M –  9334536105 ; Cost –  N.A. ; Famous for – N.A.
• Anarsa, Khaja –  Sweet India ; Ramnagri Road, Magistrate Colony, Rukanpura Patna, Bihar 800014‎. ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Cost –  N.A. ; Famous for – Anarsa is one of the finest sweet delicacies of patna.

Must Do ActivitiesAdd

Must ShopAdd

• Madhubani Paintings ; Madhubani Paintings Art ;  Near Boring Chowraha, Boring Road, Patna-800001. ; Ph/M:  8578859170

Nightlife (Pub / Disc / BAR)Add

• Soda Fountain & Milk Bar ; Beside Mona Cinema Hall, East Gandhi Maidan, Patna, Patna – 800004. ; Ph/M: 9334172509 ; Cost:  N.A. ; Food Serve : N.A.
• The Disc Man ; Shahi Bhawan, Near I C I C I Bank, Exhibition Road, Patna – 800001. ; Ph/M: (0612) 2500010 ; Cost:  N.A. ; Food Serve : N.A.
• JMD Alloys Ltd ; Usha Complex, Kankarbagh Rd, Lohianagar, Patna – 800020. ; Ph/M: (0612) 2350014 ; Cost:  N.A. ; Food Serve : N.A.
• Madeera ; Hotel Chanakya, Beer Chand patel Marg,Patna. ; Ph/M: N.A. ; Cost:  N.A. ; Food Serve : N.A.

SpaAdd

• Elegant Spa ;  Pataliputra, Dak Bungalow Road, Patna- 800013. ; Ph/M – 9006577796, 8197907432 ; Cost:  N.A. ; Services –  Back Massage, Baliness Massage, Bleaching, Body Polish, Body Wrap, Face Massage, Facial, Foot Reflexology, Hand And Feet Massage, Head Massage, Nail Extension, Rejuvenation, Waxing.
• Manisha Ayurvedic ;  125/4, Frazer Road, Patna- 800001. ; Ph/M – (0612) 2234209 ; Cost:  N.A. ; Services –  Acupressure, Body Contouring, Body Polishing, Body Wrap, Hand and Feet Massage, Reflexology, Rejuvenation, Stress Relieving Treatment, Baliness Massage, Bleaching, Body Polish, Body Wrap, Face Massage.

FestivalAdd

Chatth Puja ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  March, November ; Details:  The people of Patna have immense faith in this festival. It is the main Hindu festival of the state. Chatth Puja is celebrated twice in a year. It is once celebrated in Chaitra (March) and second in Kartik (November). This festival is dedicated to the Surya Shashti, the Sun God.

Makar Sankranti ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  January ; Details:  Another beautiful festival of Patna, Makar Sankranti is celebrated with great rejoice. The festival signifies the beginning of the summer season and is also known as “Tila Sankranti”. It is a major harvest festival celebrated in various parts of India. Apart from a harvest, this festival is also regarded as the beginning of an auspicious phase in Indian culture.

Gajalaxmi Puja ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  September and October ; Details:  Gajalaxmi Puja is a very famous festival in Patna. It is celebrated every year in the month of September and October (Hindu Month of Ashwin).

 

Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets as Patna is a major tourist city in India.
• Avoid false saller, they may sale you fake items.

HelplineEdit

• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

ItineraryEdit

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