Best Places to visit in August in Patna
Ruins of Pataliputra, Patna
These are one of the oldest inhabited sites of the world. They are located on the southern banks of river Ganges. This area was once the capital of Magadha rulers. So, between 1912- 1915 historians unearthed ruins belonging to the Mauryan era here. Remains of an assembly hall with 80 pillars can be seen. All this is now enclosed in the form of a park. The rich collection of relics here attracts history buffs and archeologists from far and wide. A guided tour will help to uncover the rich history of Pataliputra. There is no entry tick for this park.
AddressKumrahar, Patna
Place TypeMonument - Palace & Landmarks
Best forFamily, Kids, Friends, Solo, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Fees & TimingRuins of Pataliputra open from 10:30 am to 04:00 pm all days in week, Entry fee Rs 5.
Best MonthMay, June, July, August
Choti Dargah, Patna
It is basically a 3-storied mausoleum located in Maner that is located at a distance of 30 km from the city of Patna on NH 30. It is basically the burial site of Makhdum Sultan Saiad Shah Ahmad Charampose Teg Barhana. He was a notable saint of the 13th century. It was believed that he possessed occult powers and therefore he ranked very high among the Sufi saints of that era. The place has huge religious significance and people from far and wide come here for getting their wishes granted. It is said that anyone who comes here will not go empty handed.
AddressManer, Patna, PatnaPlace TypeReligious Place - MosquesBest forFamily, Kids, Friends, Parents, Siblings, YoungstersFees & TimingChoti Dargah open 24 hours all days in week, No entry fee.Best MonthJuly, August, September
Patna Museum, Patna
This is a state museum that was established on April 3rd in 1917 during the rule of British. A huge number of ancient artifacts can be seen here. Also known as Jadu Ghar it demonstrates both Rajput and Mughal style of architecture. Some of the items that are present inside this museum are bronze statues, textiles, paintings, sculptures, bronze images, etc. A fossil of a tree that is almost 200 million years old is also on display. The museum was inaugurated by Sir Edward Gait. Some other highlights of the museum are National History Gallery, Mauryan lion head from Masarh, the lustred stone torso of Jain Tirthankar, etc.
AddressNear Kotwali Thana, Budh Marg, PatnaPlace TypeMuseum and Gallery - Govt. Museum & MemorialsBest forFamily, Kids, Friends, Solo, Parents, Siblings, YoungstersFees & TimingPatna Museum open from 10:00 am to 04:30 pm all days in week (Close monday), Entry fee Rs 15.Best MonthMay, June, July, AugustEXPLORE PLACES IN PATNA BY CATEGORY:
