Bihar, a popular state in India. With plenty of tourist attractions that can be experienced via a number of wholesome Bihar Tour Packages. Apart from Patna, there are many appealing and spiritual places that are seated in Bihar. Here are the Best Places In Bihar To Visit.
1. Bodh Gaya
A Buddhist pilgrimage site in the Gaya District of Bihar. It is famous for the Temple Mahabodhi. Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment under that Bodhi tree. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A lot of foreign countries, including Japan and China. Helped the Indian government to build facilities for the Buddhist pilgrims. This place is bustling with pilgrims all throughout the year. They are from India and abroad. They come to pay their homage in monasteries, temples, and remnants of the Bodhi Tree. Said to be the Best Places In Bihar To Visit.
2. Patna
Located along the southern banks of the river Ganges. Patna have a dominating presence in history. It is one of the oldest cities in the world. Patna is a major and most popular tourist destinations in India. It is also the capital city of Bihar. It is a gateway to pilgrimage sites of Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists.
3. Muzaffarpur
Muzaffarpur, located in the north of Bihar. This place is lying on the banks of Burhi Gandak River. Along with the rivers Bagmati and Lakhandayee. This place is one of the major towns of Bihar. This place is the administrative headquarter of the Muzaffarpur district. While the city is a hub for educational and commercial establishments. It gets the name from a Revenue Officer Muzaffar Khan.
4. Nalanda
The most popular of the ancient times. This place is a significant Buddhist seat of academic excellence. Along a modest pilgrim center, all wrapped in a wisp of spirituality. This place continues to be an equally enriching location in the present. The Best Places In Bihar To Visit.
5. Vaishali
Found in Bihar. Vaishali is a small district that is also a Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain worshipping site. This is the city where Lord Mahavir was born. It is also considered the first republic of the world. It is believed to have been named after King Vishal. From the time of Mahabharat. This is also the city where Buddha delivered his last sermon. This place is surrounded by groves of mango and banana and rice field. This place is now a part of the Trihut division of Bihar.
6. Madhubani
Madhubani in Bihar. Known for the richness in art and culture that the district strives for. Also mentioned in the Ramayana. This city is known for the world popular Madhubani paintings whose origin lies here.
7. Pawapuri
This place is a holy site for the Jains. Located in the Nalanda district of Bihar state in Eastern India. Pawapuri was the twin capital of Mall Mahajanpad. It later became a part of the kingdom of Magadha. Ajatshatru was a devotee of Lord Mahavira. During the rule of Ajatshatru, the king of Pawapuri was known as Hastipal. When in Pawapuri, Mahavira stayed in the Rajikshala of the king. It is considered to be a sacred place because Lord Mahavira was buried here in 500 BC. The Best Places In Bihar To Visit.
8. Bhagalpur
Located on the southern banks of the river Ganges. It is also known as the silk city. Also the 3rd largest city of Bihar. Bhagalpur is well known for being a major educational center. Apart from being the commercial and political center. The city takes care of the species of the National Aquatic Animal of India. The Gangetic Dolphins, with the help of the Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary.
9. Hajipur
A city that has connected the past and the present in a smooth transition over the years. Although it is scarce and scattered, Hajipur keeps coming back in the pages of Indian history. Be it the time of Lord Buddha or the rule of Islam or the British era. In some way or another, Hajipur is always there.
10. Sitamarhi
A town and the district headquarters of the Sitamarhi District in Bihar. This place is the birthplace of the wife of Lord Ram, Sita. It is bordered by Nepal in the North. And Muzaffarpur in the south, Champaran and Sheohar in the west, and Darbhanga and Madhubani in the east. Sitamarhi is a town of great historical importance. It has a large number of modern tourist attractions. Rivers like Baghmati, Aghwara, Lakhandei, and Manusmara flows through the Sitamarhi District. While the northern part of Sitamarhi District is located in the foothills of the Himalayas. This place has a moderate climate and is rich in alluvial soil. It is filled with spots of religious, historic, and modern tourist attractions. The Best Places In Bihar To Visit.
11. Tomb Of Shar Shah Suri
Located in the town of Sasaram in the state of Bihar in India. This Tomb of Sher Shah Suri is a stunning mausoleum. That has been dedicated to the memory of Emperor Sher Shah Suri. This place boasts of Indo- Islamic architecture. The tomb is one of the most popular tourist spots in town. Also known as the ‘Second Taj Mahal of India’. Built-in red sandstone, this monument is three stories tall. It stands in the center of a picturesque lake, that adds to the ambiance and beauty of it. The construction of the tomb started during the life of Sher Shah Suri. But was completed 3 months after his death. Best Places In Bihar To Visit.
12. Navlakha Palace
Found in Rajnagar on the eastern bank of River Kamla. Nearby Madhubani district of Bihar. Navlakha Palace, also known as Rajnagar Palace. It is an ancient royal palace which is a popular heritage building in the region. This palace was built by Maharaja Rameshwar Singh. This palace formerly boasted of well-paved gardens, tinkering ponds. Along with temple complexes and the like. It also suffered a major loss and extensive damage in 1934. When an earthquake hit it. This place has never been repaired and currently lies in ruins.
13. Mundeshwari
The Mundeshwari Devi Temple is located within the Kaimur district of Bihar. It is an ancient temple. That is dedicated to worshipping the eternal duo of Shiva-Parvati. Considered as one of the oldest temples in India. It is said this place is as old as 625 CE. Built of stone, the temple architecture follows a rare octagonal plan. The main deities in the temple are Devi Mundeshwari and the four-faced Shiva linga. It also hosts murtis of Ganesha, Surya and Vishnu. It has been an official subject of archaeological study for some time now, dating certain inscriptions to 635 CE. The Best Places In Bihar To Visit.
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