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A 7-Day Itinerary for Patna in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Mahavir Mandir
    20 minutes (6.1 km) from Patna Junction Railway Station

    Begin your day at Mahavir Mandir, one of the most famous temples in Patna. It is dedicated to Lord Hanuman and is believed to fulfill the wishes of devotees. In the afternoon, head to the Chandni Chowk Market, which is the perfect place for souvenir shopping. End your day with a visit to Golghar, a granary built by the British in the 18th century for a stunning view of the sunset.

  2. Day 2: Kumhrar Park
    15 minutes (6.5 km) from Mahavir Mandir

    Start your day at Kumhrar Park, which is famous for the excavation of the ancient city of Pataliputra. In the afternoon, head to the Bihar Museum to learn about Bihar's history and culture. End your day with a visit to Patna Sahib Gurudwara, one of the holiest shrines of Sikhism.

  3. Day 3: Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park
    20 minutes (6.4 km) from Patna Sahib Gurudwara

    Begin your day at Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park, which is home to several animal species, including tigers, lions, and leopards. In the afternoon, head to the Patna Planetarium, which is the largest planetarium in Asia. End your day with a visit to the Mahatma Gandhi Setu, which is one of the longest bridges in the world.

  4. Day 4: Takht Sri Patna Sahib
    20 minutes (6.7 km) from Mahatma Gandhi Setu

    Start your day at Takht Sri Patna Sahib, a gurudwara associated with the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh. In the afternoon, head to the Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library, which houses rare and valuable manuscripts. End your day with a visit to the Patna Zoo, which is home to several species of animals and birds.

  5. Day 5: Buddha Smriti Park
    20 minutes (6.5 km) from Patna Zoo

    Begin your day at Buddha Smriti Park, which was built to commemorate the 2554th birth anniversary of Lord Buddha. In the afternoon, head to the Patna Museum, which has a collection of artifacts and paintings from ancient times. End your day with a visit to the Gandhi Maidan, which is a popular park for evening walks.

  6. Day 6: Jalan Museum
    20 minutes (6.3 km) from Gandhi Maidan

    Start your day at the Jalan Museum, which is a private collection of Indian paintings, textiles, and artifacts. In the afternoon, head to the Nalanda University Archaeological Complex, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was once a center of learning. End your day with a visit to the Indira Gandhi Planetarium, which is another popular planetarium in Patna.

  7. Day 7: Har Mandir Takht
    20 minutes (6.8 km) from Indira Gandhi Planetarium

    Begin your day at Har Mandir Takht, which is a gurudwara associated with Guru Gobind Singh. In the afternoon, head to the Gandhi Sangrahalaya, which is a museum dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. End your day with a visit to the P&M Mall, which is a popular shopping destination in Patna.

Recommendations

If you have time, consider taking a day trip to Nalanda, which is home to the ruins of an ancient university. You can also try the local cuisine, including litti chokha and sattu paratha. To maximize your fun, try visiting the places early in the morning to avoid the crowds. Finally, it's always a good idea to carry a water bottle and wear comfortable shoes.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mahavir Mandir (1 hour, Free)
  • Chandni Chowk Market (2 hours, Rs. 500)
  • Golghar (1 hour, Rs. 50)
  • Kumhrar Park (2 hours, Rs. 20)
  • Bihar Museum (2 hours, Rs. 50)
  • Patna Sahib Gurudwara (1 hour, Free)
  • Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park (2 hours, Rs. 40)
  • Patna Planetarium (1 hour, Rs. 50)
  • Mahatma Gandhi Setu (1 hour, Free)
  • Takht Sri Patna Sahib (1 hour, Free)
  • Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library (2 hours, Rs. 10)
  • Patna Zoo (2 hours, Rs. 20)
  • Buddha Smriti Park (2 hours, Free)
  • Patna Museum (2 hours, Rs. 20)
  • Gandhi Maidan (1 hour, Free)
  • Jalan Museum (2 hours, Rs. 100)
  • Nalanda University Archaeological Complex (3 hours, Rs. 40)
  • Indira Gandhi Planetarium (1 hour, Rs. 50)
  • Har Mandir Takht (1 hour, Free)
  • Gandhi Sangrahalaya (2 hours, Rs. 20)
  • P&M Mall (2 hours, Rs. 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 1460
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