Patna Tour

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The year being over,our family arranged a tour of Patna .I made my father incensed due to date that 'when we have to go? In evening time we kept the date 21st we will go to watch Patna city . we had started our tour journey at 12 O'Clock.

Patnas-Why the king of   ancient places 

If history fascinates you,land in Patna,the capital of Bihar on your vacation.Patna has ancient elements written all over it. It is the largest town in Bihar and its history dates back to 3000 years.During ancient time ,the city was famous for Pataliputra and it served capital of Magadha Kingdom . 

1.Kumrahar.                

                                                                                                                                        

Kumrahar  stands proof of the cultural excellence of ancient Patliputra .located 5km from Patna ,Kumrahar gives you an insight into the rich history of Patna .The site now contains archeological remains of Mauryan places .Excavations conducted at Kumrahar between 1912 and 1915 brought to light Mauryan pillared hall and now site is referred to as 'EIGHTY PILLARED Hall '.Their you could view ancient armaments ,copper ,coins,terracotta beds ,stone beds ,toy carts and a lot of things . 

2.Golghar 

                                                

Golghar is a fine specimen of the architectural splendor of the land .Captain John Garstin built Golghar in the year 1786 to use as a granary to to store grain when famine hit the city . It looked like circle but also some what like looked like oval .Which was too funny .The architecture bear resemblances of stupa style .Golghar could be  opened only from inside and hence it filled to its full capacity,opening the doors would not be possible .

3.Patna Museum 

                                                   

Situated at city's center ,Patna museum is sure to make your mind travel to the ancient times. When i entered in this museum that time I was feeling I entered in Rajmahal ,Palace or Kingdom. It was constructed in the year 1917 and it is the oldest museum in the city . Influences of Mughal and Rajput style of architecture are evident in the construction of the museum. Though the museum possesses over 45000 artefacts,owing to space restraint ,a mirror percentage of the possessions are on display .Both the floors of museum are dedicated to galleries including Natural History Gallery ,Stone Sculpture Gallery,Indian Stone Art Tradition,Orissa Stone Sculpture,Buddha Relic Gallery & Painting Gallery. The wonderful collection of museum include Jain Images,Buddhist Sculpture and  Paintings belonging to British Empire and Chinese Art. First World War Cannon are on display here .The most famous collection is the life-size statue of fly Whisk-Bearer .The statue has been acknowledged as extraordinary Specimen that stands proof of  architectural brilliance of the period.

4.Agam Kaun 

                                                  

Agam kaun referred to as'unfathomable well',Agaum kaun considered the most ancient and important archaeological site in Patna .Built during the period of Ashoka,the Mauryan king ,Agam kaun has many legends associated with it.

5.Sanjay Gandhi Botanical Garden 

                                                         

Popularly referred to as Patna Zoo,It covers a sprawling 153 acre of land and finds a place among largest zoo in the country.It was established in the year 1969 .The zoo is home to 110 species of wild animals adding up to 800 animals .Some of the animal found here like tiger ,white tiger , hippopotamus,lions ,monkey and many more .For the adventurous  lot ,elephants wait to take them round the zoo.The pond situated at the centre of the garden has boating facilities .Boating and riding I enjoyed a lot also some of the children also enjoyed a lot .

6.Nalanda University 

                                                        

Nalanda is one of the most important tourist destinations that attract people from all parts of the world .Nalanda ranks 1st university among the world .It was established in 5th century AD during its prime time 'it had scholars and students visiting from various part of the world like Korea ,Turkey ,China ,Persia and Indonesia.Famous Chinese  traveler Hieun Tsang had stayed in Nalanda during 7th century He has given a detailed account of the university and its architecture . 

7.Buddha Smriti Park 
                                                          

Buddha Smriti Park was inaugurated in the year 2010 by Dalai Lama.The park was promoted by the government of Bihar to commemorate Lord Buddha's 2554at birth anniversary.Covering a massive 22 acres of land ,the park is breathtaking to look at ,The 200 feet tall stupa situated at the centre of park is an important attraction. 

8.Mahavir Mandir
                                             

Its very crowed place because most of the people come to see this temple also to pray to god . Mahavir Mandir is dedicated to Hanuman .It is believed that this temple was built in the year 1730 AD .The temple went under went modifications it the year 1983 and 1985 .It is considered among the holiest temples by followers of Hindu faith.


9.Jalmandir Temple
                                                        

Jalmindar is a wonderful white marbal temple of lord  Mahavir. This place is surrounded by water which makes its quaint . Located in the centre of a lotus filled tank, the temple looks amazing in a tranquil environment. The temple can be accessed through the 40 feet long bridge that connects the shore and the temple in the tank .    


10. Sun Temple
                                                   

Sun temple is claimed to belong to the period of Terta Yuga but archeological evidences indicate that the temple could belong to 8th century . The architectural style of the temple resembles Nagar style, which was popular between 6th to 12th centuries. Sun temple in Patna is on of the rare temples that stands with its back to rising sun.

11. Valmiki National Park 
                                                 

Valmiki National Park is located in the west Champaran district of Bihar state ,India. Valmiki Tiger reserve (VTR) is one of the natural virgin recesses in east India, situated in the north west corner of Bihar. The pristine forest and wilderness of (VTR) is an excellent example of Himalayan Terai landscape. VTR compromises the Valmiki National Park and Valmiki Wildlife Sanctuary. The VTR forest cover area covers 899.38 square kilometers (347.25sq mi), which is 17.4% of the total geographical area of the district west Champaran . 

12.The biodiversity:
                                               

All round the year the temperature around the park is a good degree or two lower than the city. The reason for the same is obvious.  The huge number of trees lend a shade unparalleled in any other part of the growing town. I am not just referring to Nilgiri or Masinagudi .Although some of the reserve forests may need permission to enter, you can just drive down the path or walk along them.  I've seen some of the pristine Valmiki national park recently I have told my self that I must make an annual visit, just to discover a new span of forest and hidden path.

13. The birds:
                                                   

At present 241 bird species have been reported from VTR. Some of the interesting birds of VTR are Nepal Kaleej pheasant, three-toed quail, flycatcher, grey shrike, green willow warbler, tree pipit, white eye, green barbet, ibises, storks, pitta, etc.

There are five types of green pigeons and purple wood pigeon found in VTR. 
                                            In night several owls, owlets, nightjars etc. can be easily sighted. 

14. The Wildlife:
So, you are not into birds; but the wildlife may definitely tempt. We drove along towards the dense Tiger reserve forest and then we started walking. There was nothing there, barring a few private quaint houses and hut. We got lost while trying to get to caves of tiger reserve, after entering the forest on avenue, which was eventually closed to the public. My driver was so scared from snake who was very dark in colour. A little later,a local walked by, telling me to be careful. I remember that cubs were playing with their mother and elephants who were eating the leaves of trees .The ox  are everywhere in local areas there creature is like they are some what shy ,with different colours and now become more aggressive. Again a lot of animals and there different types of creature can you see there if  you visit Valmiki National Park (VTR).


15: The Flowers:
                                                            

So,you are not into birds or beasts? Here you will able to find different types of flowers with wonderful colours which you will able to ignore them. Almost everywhere you see them bloom- there are so many modest parks are there in which different types of flowers with vivid colours also they will make you to interact with them.

16: The Culture:
Colonialism is you can find everywhere- in the clubs ,schools, Plantations, bungalows, railways, bridges etc, which the British have left their legacy behind.

17: Cultural Diversity:
                                                         

The Valmiki landscape harbors vivid socio-cultural diversity. 'Tharu; a scheduled tribe is the dominant community in the landscape, is a 'must visit to understand their lifestyle and beliefs, and it's even a place to buy a few of their  famous things. 


18: Homemade Litti Chokha:
                                                              

Yummy now also I can remember that taste ooo so tasty it was this is that speciality in food of Bihar . I think you should also visit there to see these things and specially for ooo..... !

   






    




At last our tour had completed. We enjoyed a lot especially me and my sister who was so soooooo eager to see these  architecture , ornaments ,paintings  etc which were built by the older architect.

  

By .Anshuman kumar