Ruins of Pataliputra, Patna
| Location | Kumrahar, Patna (Map) |
| Entry Fee & Timings | Ruins of Pataliputra open from 10:30 am to 04:00 pm all days in week, Entry fee Rs 5. |
| Place Type | Palace & Landmarks, Monument |
| Place visit with | Family, Kids, Friends, Solo, Parants, Siblings, Youngsters |
| Best time to visit | May, June, July, August |
About Ruins of Pataliputra
Pataliputra is situated on the southern bank of the river Ganges in an area called Kumhrar. Pataliputra is one of the oldest inhabited places in the world. This region was once the capital of Magadha rulers. Between 1912-1915 historians unearthed ruins belonging to the Maurya era here. Major attractions here include the ruins of a hypostyle 80-pillared hall, a polished sandstone pillar, wooden platforms supporting the staircase, Arogya Vihara, the Durkh Devi Temple, and the shamil hai of a brick Buddhist monastery called Ananda Vihara.
Architecture of Ruins of Pataliputra
Pataliputra is a massive rectangular capital with villas and classical Greek designs, discovered in the ruins of the palace of Pataliputra (modern Patna, northeastern India), the capital of the ancient Maurya Empire. It dates back to the 3rd century BC.
Interesting facts about Ruins of Pataliputra
- This place is known for couples who go out freely without thinking much about the society or culture.
- Patna has a good park to visit. It has 2 clear excavation sites and an Ashoka well.
- It displays a pillar of sandstone which is characteristic of Mauryan polish.
- There is also a small museum here. The excavated pillars have been kept in the museum.
- This place was the capital of Magadha for more than 1000 years.
How to reach Ruins of Pataliputra
By Rail:- The nearest junction to the ruins of Patliputra is Patna Junction which is 10 km away. You can easily go by rickshaw.
By Bus:- Mithapur Bus Stand is 12 km from the ruins of Patliputra.
From Airport:- Patliputra ruins and Patna airport are 17 km away. You can go easily by booking a cab.
Nearby famous places
- Buddha Smriti Park 0.6 km away
- Tattva Spa 0.3 km away
- Maurya Lok Shopping Complex 0.4 km away
- Takht Sri Harmandir Sahib Ji 1.3 km away
- The Mall 0.6 km away
- Golghar 0.9 km away
- Patna Museum 1 km away
- Srikrishna Science Centre 0.7 km away
- Bihart Craft Studio 0.7 km away
- Sabhyata Dwar 0.7 km away
- Mridani 0.7 km away
- Gandhi Sangrahalaya 0.9 km away
- Gandhi Maidan 1.2 km away
- Kargil Chowk 0.9 km away
Ruins of Pataliputra FAQs: 𝒜. It is located at Kumrahar, Patna.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Ruins of Pataliputra: Ruins of Pataliputra open from 10:30 am to 04:00 pm all days in week, Entry fee Rs 5..
𝒜. You should visit Ruins of Pataliputra during May, June, July, August months for best experience.
𝒜. It is located at Kumrahar, Patna.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Ruins of Pataliputra: Ruins of Pataliputra open from 10:30 am to 04:00 pm all days in week, Entry fee Rs 5..
𝒜. You should visit Ruins of Pataliputra during May, June, July, August months for best experience.