Places to Visit in Bihar
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Vaishali
Rank 1
Ranked 1 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Religious
Vaishali is located on the shores of the Gandak River. It is a sacred place for Buddhists and Jains as the presiding deities of the region are Lord Buddha and Lord Mahavira. This place is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Mahavira.
Fort Vishal, a popular attraction of Vaishali, was...
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Bihar Sharif
Rank 2
Ranked 2 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Monument
Bihar Sharif is a significant centre of Muslim learning built in the 13th century. This place is the erstwhile capital of the Pala rulers and portrays the picture of a bustling town of a rich history. It also displays remains of medieval Islamic architecture of the Gupta empires in the form of...
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Nalanda University
Rank 3
Ranked 3 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Other
The Nalanda University was built in 5th century BC and is recorded as the earliest university of world. It is spread over an area of 14 hectares and has been built with red bricks in the Kushana architectural style. The favourite disciple of Lord Buddha namely Sariputra died preaching at this...
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Jama Masjid
Rank 4
Ranked 4 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Mosque
Jama Masjid, located in the heart of Gaya, is the largest mosque in state of Bihar. Dating back around 200 years, this mosque is famous for Shabina and Tabligh. Shabina is the special worship, which is done on 27th night of Ramadan.
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Gandhi Maidan
Rank 5
Ranked 5 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Other
Gandhi Maidan, formerly known as Patna Lawns, is popular attraction in the region as it has been a witness to several Indian freedom movements, including the Champaran and the Quit India movement held during 1942. This ancient ground is located near the banks of Ganga River, towards the east of...
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Pupri
Rank 6
Ranked 6 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Religious
Pupri is a village famous for the Baba Nageshwarnath temple of Lord Shiva. As per legend, Lord Shiva is believed to have appeared at this site.
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Bhawanipur
Rank 7
Ranked 7 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Village
Bhawanipur Village is located at a distance of 5 km from the Pandaul Block headquarters. The site is known for the Ugaranath Temple and its association with the renowned poet Vidyapati. According to the mythology, Vidyapati was an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva. Impressed by the poet, Lord Shiva...
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Mahabodhi Temple
Rank 8
Ranked 8 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Temple
Mahabodhi Temple dates back to 7th century and is one of the highlights of the religious township. Constructed around the original Bodhi Tree, the history of this temple dates back to 2,500 years. During 11th century, when Muslims invaded the destination, the ancient temple was destroyed....
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Bodhi Tree
Rank 9
Ranked 9 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Religious
Bodhi Tree, believed to be the place where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment, is one of the chief revered locations in Bodh Gaya. Located south of the Mahabodhi Temple, the existing tree is of fifth generation of original Bodhi Tree. Around 80 ft in height, the tree is approximately 115 years...
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Phulwari Sharif
Rank 10
Ranked 10 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Historic
Phulwari Sharif is famous for the Sufi culture and during the ancient times, it was a pivotal hub of religious, cultural and social activities for Sufis. One the most important centres in Phulwari Sharif is the Khanqah Mujeebia, which was discovered by Pir Mujib in 18th century. The famous Mughal...
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Valmiki National Park
Rank 11
Ranked 11 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Sanctuary
Valmiki National Park is one of the famous tiger reserves, located in the West Champaran District. In 1989, this place was declared as a National Park and covers an area of 880.78 sq. km. It is the second tiger reserve in Bihar and the eighteenth in India.
The Valmiki National Park has...
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Mahabodhi Temple
Rank 12
Ranked 12 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Temple
Mahabodhi Temple is one of the highlights of the religious township of Bodh Gaya. The shrine is constructed around the original Bodhi Tree in the 7th century AD. The ancient temple was destroyed during the Muslim invasion in 11th century. The current structure restored in 1880 has been renovated...
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HolidayIQ Award 2012
Mahatma Gandhi Setu
Rank 13
Ranked 13 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Bridge
Mahatma Gandhi Setu is a bridge, which connects Patna with Hajipur city of Bihar over the River Ganga. Built by Gammon India Limited, this bridge’s length is 5450 m and comprises 48 pillars. This bridge is counted among the longest bridges of the world. It also connects southern Bihar to...
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Bodhi Tree
Rank 14
Ranked 14 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Religious
Bodhi Tree, one of the chief revered locations, is believed to be the place where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. The tree is believed to be the sapling of original Bodhi tree, which was taken away by King Ashoka's daughter to Sri Lanka.
There is a red sandstone slab under the...
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Folk Art Museum
Rank 15
Ranked 15 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Museum
- Entry: Paid
Folk Art Museum is situated in Chhajjubagh at Bharatiya Nritya Kala Mandir. It was established in the year 1963 and is home to various folk musical instruments, costumes and jewellery. Ceramic specimens from 500 BC to 500 AD along with collection of terracotta are also displayed in the museum.
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Mangalgarh
Rank 16
Ranked 16 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Other
One of the most popular attractions of Samastipur is Mangalgarh that is located at a distance of 14 km from Hasanpur Block of Samastipur, near Dudhpura, earlier known as Budhpura, after Lord Buddha. The Buddha is said to have stayed there and preached Buddhism for some time, at the request...
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College of Arts & Crafts
Rank 17
Ranked 17 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Other
College of Arts & Crafts was set up at Govind Mitra Road, Patna on 25th January 1939, by Late Shri Radha Mohan Ji. Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the first member of the Management Committee of this college. Government of Bihar took charge of this college in the year 1949 and in the name of...
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Musrigharari
Rank 18
Ranked 18 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Religious
Musrigharari is located at an approximate distance of 8 km from Samastipur, on NH28. This place is popular for the celebration of Muharram and Durga Puja. Thousands of people gather for the celebration of Muharram and Durga Puja.
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Takht Sri Patna Sahib
Rank 19
Ranked 19 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Gurudwara
Takht Sri Patna Sahib, commonly known as Gurudwara Patna Sahib, is a gurudwara built in the fond memory of Guru Gobind Singh, who was born at this very place. Guru Gobind Singh was born on 22nd December, 1666 and was the tenth Guru of Sikhism. Situated at the banks of the holy Ganga River,...
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Bairagnia
Rank 20
Ranked 20 of 189Places to Visit in Bihar
- Type: Religious
Bairagnia is a town situated near Motihari where Mahatma Gandhi was imprisoned in 1917. Some of the major attractions of this town are the monuments of Ashoka at Lauria Areraj and Ramgarhwa. A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva at Areraj is also visited by tourists.
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