Where to visit

Where to visit in Patna?

Bihar, India

Quick answer

Patna, the ancient Pataliputra, is the capital of Bihar and one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world. Stretching along the southern bank of the Ganges, it is a crucial pilgrimage hub for Buddhists, Hindus, and Sikhs.

Patna, the ancient Pataliputra, is the capital of Bihar and one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world. Stretching along the s...

Shortlist

A compact starting point, kept useful for real travelers.

01

Worship at Takht Sri Patna Sahib

1.5 hours | Easy | Sikh Gurudwara; free entry

02

Climb Golghar

1 hour | Easy | ASI site; garden entry is nominal

03

Kumhrar Park

The archaeological site showing the ancient ruins of Pataliputra, including an 80-pillared assembly hall of the Mauryan Empire. | 6 km

04

Patna Museum

A handsome Mughal-Rajput style building housing prized relics including the famous Didarganj Yakshi. | 2 km

05

Symmetrical dome of Golghar

Photo spot listed in the Patna destination record.

06

Gilded facade of Takht Sri Patna Sahib

Photo spot listed in the Patna destination record.

07

Exotic artifacts in Patna Museum

Photo spot listed in the Patna destination record.

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Good first tap

Worship at the magnificent Takht Sri Patna Sahib Gurudwara, climb the unique Golghar granary, and view precious historical artifacts at Patna Museum.

Best time

October to March

How to reach

Patna is connected by major national highways including NH-19, NH-31, and NH-92.

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