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Patna

Ancient Pataliputra — City of History

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2 daysIdeal stay₹500From / nightFreeEntryOctober – MarchBest windowPatna JunctionNearest rail · 0 km

Bihar's capital, once Pataliputra — capital of the Maurya Empire under Ashoka the Great. The Patna Museum, Golghar granary, and Sikh holy Patna Sahib Gurudwara are key landmarks.

Pairs well with

Vaishali· 2h awayNalanda· 2h awayPawapuri· 2h awayGaya· 2h awayRajgir· 2h awayBodh Gaya· 2h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

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GreatOkayAvoid⟡ Jul: 90
Honest take for Jul: Monsoon — cooler temperatures, fewer crowds. Carry rain gear; some outdoor sites may be slippery. (high crowds.)

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Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Patna Junction 0km · Patna (Lok Nayak Jayaprakash) Airport 6km

Nearest transport

Patna Junction0 km
Patna (Lok Nayak Jayaprakash) Airport6 km

Stay options

budget₹500/night
mid₹1,500/night
luxury₹4,500/night

Best time to visit

October – March

How to get here

Delhi → Patna

flight · 1.5h

₹4,500

approx.

Delhi → Patna

train · 12h

₹600

approx.

Nearby attractions

Patna MuseumGolgharPatna Sahib GurudwaraKumhrar ParkGandhi GhatMahavir Mandir

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