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Top ten things to do in Patna

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Patna the capital city of Bihar has many things to see and do.  Being one of the oldest cities in the world and ancient capital of great Magadha Empire Patna has a rich history and culture.

Patna is also one of the fastest growing cities with an amazing blend of modern and traditional values.

From ancient monuments to modern Identities, the city of Patna is full of sight-seeing places to explore and things to do.

So let’s explore some amazing  things to see and do in Patna.


GOLGHAR

1.Golghar or Round House is perhaps the most iconic landmark in the city.Located to  the north-west corner of historical ‘Gandhi Maidan’ Golghar is in fact  a huge granary built by Captain John Garstin in 1786.

golghar
Golghar

This piller-less 29 meter high massive round structure looks amazing  from it’s surroundings.

A pair of spiral- staircases, each having 145 steps meet at the top, from where one can have a spectacular panoramic view of the city and the river Ganga flowing nearby.

PATNA PLANETARIUM | INDIRA GANDHI PLANETARIUM

Located in the heart of city, Indira Gandhi Planetarium Is one of the largest planetariums in Asia which Patna can boast of.

Indira Gandhi planetarium

Equipped with the ‘state-of-the-art’ technology, Indira Gandhi Planetarium is one of the largest planetariums in the Asian continent attracting a large number of visitors. The annual number of its visitors makes up approximately 1 million people.
The planetarium has a dome of 16 meters with a capacity of 270 seats.

The projection of sky teeming with stars, exploring celestial mysteries, taking a tour of the universe – all these gives a spectacular mesmerizing experience to the audience.

The planetarium runs regular shows on various subjects of astronomy which are constantly updated with the latest events in astronomy and space science. Overall a very entertaining and educational experience. Indira Gandhi planetarium is located in the Indira Gandhi science complex on Bailey road near Income tax roundabout in the heart of Patna.

PATNA ZOO |SANJAY GANDHI BIOLOGICAL PARK

Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park is located is located off Bailey Road in Rajbansi Nagar amidst hustle and bustle of the city.

Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park is home to more than 800 animals representing over 70 species including Tiger, Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Hippo, Crocodile, Himalayan Bear, Lion-tailed Macaque, Leopard Cat, Hog Deer, Zebra, Emu and White Peacock including some endangered ones.

An aquarium and snake house is another attraction of the park. The aquarium has about 35 species of fish. The snake house has 32 snakes representing 5 species.

The flora consists of more than 300 species of trees, herbs and shrubs in the Botanical part of the park.

Patna Zoo is among one of the most distinguished zoos in the world which is widely acclaimed for its successful breeding programme of endangered species/animals particularly the one-horned Rhinos.

The success story of rhino-breeding put the Patna zoo on global map for rhino breeding. Today, Patna zoo has the second largest rhino population among all the biological parks in the world, next only to San Diego zoo, California.

The annual number of its visitor makes up approximately 45-55 lakhs.
Zoo is a venue for both fun and learning and is quite popular among the children.
Taking a boat ride in the beautiful lake in the park is also an excellent recreation and fun.


SRI KRISHNA SCIENCE CENTER

Sri Krishna Science Centre was established with a view to develop scientific attitude and temper and to create, inculcate and sustain a general awareness amongst the people.

Sri Krishna Science Center

Sri Krishna Science Center is a must see attraction in Patna where learning science is fun.

Located near south western corner of the Gandhi Maidan. Sri Krishna Science Centre is very popular among all visitors

Opening Hours
The Centre remains open for visitors from 10-30am to 6-00pm every day, except on ‘Holi’ and Diwali’.
Ticket counter closes at 5-30pm.

Entry Fees
Centre Entry Ticket

General Visitors – Rs.25.00 per head,
25 or more Visitors in a group – Rs.15.00 per head
*Students in Groups – Rs.10.00 per head,
*Govt. School Students in Group – Rs.5.00 per head
Taramandal Show Ticket

General Visitors & Students in a group – Rs 10.00 per head,
*Govt. School Students in Group – Rs.5.00 per head
Science Show Ticket

General Visitors & Students in a group – Rs 10.00 per head,
*Govt. School Students in Group – Rs.5.00 per head
3D Science Show Ticket

General Visitor – Rs 20.00 per head,
25 or more Visitors in a group – Rs.15.00 per head
*School Group – Rs. 10.00 per head
*Govt. School Students in Group – Rs.5.00 per head
Space and Astronomy Centre

General Visitors – Rs.25.00 per head,
25 or more Visitors in a group – Rs.20.00 per head
*Students in Groups – Rs.15.00 per head,
*Govt. School Students in Group – Rs.10.00 per head
(*bring a letter from the Head of the Institute is mandatory)

Entry is free for

Police and Military personnel in uniform
Physically handicapped
Children below 3 years

Funtasia Island Water Park

Funtasia Water Park and Hungama World are two water parks in Patna where Patnaites can beat the summer heat.Both the water parks offer amazing rides with full of excitement.

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Sabhyata Dwar

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The civilization gate has been built in Patna on the lines of India Gate of New Delhi and Gateway of India in Mumbai. Civilization gates have been constructed in the Ganga banks along the Gyan Bhawan and Bapu Auditorium, one of the marvelous buildings in the country near Gandhi Maidan. The voice of four great men is written at the door of civilization. On one side is given the place of Mahatma Buddha and Emperor Ashoka and on the other side the voice of Mahavira and Megasthenes. The landmark civilization of Patna is reminiscent of great men who brought glory to Bihar.

The Sabhyata Dwar or Civilization Gate is a sandstone arch monument located on the banks on River Ganga in the city of Patna in the Indian state of Bihar. The Sabhyata Dwar is built with a Mauryan-style architecture with a purpose to show the ancient glory of Pataliputra and traditions and culture of the state of Bihar. The monument was first envisioned by the former Lieutenant General Srinivas Kumar Sinha. The 32 metres (105 ft) high structure is taller than Gateway of India by 6 metres (20 ft) and was built at a cost of ₹ 5 crore (50 million). The monument is spread over an area of one acre within the campus of Samrat Ashok International Convention Centre. The arches of the Dwar contain inscriptions attributed to Megasthenes, Ashoka, Buddha and Mahavira. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated the monument on 21 May 2018.

On 8 February 2014, foundation stone of Samrat Ashok International Convention Centre was laid by the then Chief Minister of Bihar Nitish Kumar of which the Sabhyata Dwar was a part of.[2] The plan of the building was drawn by a Delhi based firm. Construction of the monument was done by the building and construction department of the Bihar government.[3] On 21 May 2018, Sabhyata Dwar was inaugurated by the Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.[4] The cost of construction of the project is ₹ 5 crore (50 million)

he Sabhyata Dwar is built on an area of one acre within the campus of Samrat Ashok International Convention Centre, north of Gandhi Maidan.[5] At 32 metres (105 ft) high the structure is taller than Gateway of India (26 metres (85 ft)) and Golghar (29 metres (95 ft)). The Dwar faces Ganga on its northern side. It consists of two arches built with Mauryan architecture with a smaller arch on either side. The structure is constructed from red and white sandstones. Atop the arch monument is a small stupa upon which rests Ashoka’s four-sided lion capital made from alloyed metal. The northern and southern faces of the arches contain inscriptions attributed to Megasthenes, Ashoka, Buddha and Mahavira.[

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Water Parks in patna you and your kids will love

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Funtasia Water Park and Hungama World are two water parks in Patna where Patnaites can beat the summer heat.Both the water parks offer amazing rides with full of excitement.

Funtasia Water Park

Funtasia Water Park Funtasia Water Park – is the first Water park in Patna, the capital city of Bihar.
Created and promoted by Takshila Seas & Resorts Pvt. Ltd., Funtasiaisland is an excellent water paradise which is appealing to people to all age groups. Spread over approx.5 acres on Sampatchak- Parsa road. It is just 9km away from Patna station.
Considering the present location of the Park being in the heart of the main commercial & business centre of Bihar, the management’s Endeavour will provide the world class service to the customer at a affordable expanses. Funtasialand will definitely an ultimate destination and source of entertainment for all age groups.
Often when you plan to go for a holiday, you want to visit a place which completely relaxes your body and soul so that you get a break from the daily monotonous routine and rejuvenate yourself completely to start afresh. Keeping in mind this feeling of yours, Takshila Seas & Resorts Pvt. Ltd. Invites you to the Funtasiaisland waterpark of Patna where you are offered complete relaxation.
The main objective is to provide you an experience of the past along with the comforts of the present. It is a rare combination of Modern Technology and traditionalist making it a kind of place for exhilarating thrills and funs. It has different types of rides for all childrens as well as adults, not only this but it also consists of wave pool, swimming pool, restaurant, coffee shop, Souviner’s Shop, Banquet hall.
Being first water park in bihar ,expected to attract lot of people from all class of life. Main attraction will be More high-speed slides, children fun items, etc. For adults, Spray guns, small slides, Elephant houses, etc.For children, specially imported from China.

This is a dream come true by the efforts of its promoters and onsite employees .

Hungama Water World

Address: Danapur Bihta Road, National Highway, Patna, Bihar 800111
Hours:

Hours: 10am–5:50pm

Phone: 070709 92381

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Takht Sri Patna Sahib

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Takht Sri Patna Sahib or  Harmandir Sahib is one of the most sacred places for Shikh religion as Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru was born here  on December 22, 1666. The Gurdwara Patna Sahib is at the same place where Guru Gobind Singh Ji was born.

It was built by Maharaja Ranjit Singh (1780-1839), the first Maharaja of the Sikh Empire, who also built many other Gurdwaras in the Indian subcontinent. The current shrine of Patna Sahib or Takht Sri Harmandirji Saheb was built in the 1950s.

Guru Gobind Singh Ji spent his early years here before moving to Anandpur,Panjab succeeding his father as the next Sikh Guru and established Khalsa Panth.

Takht Sri Patna Sahib or  Harmandir Sahib is one of the only five Takhats or Seats of Authority of the Sikhs.

The other four Sikh Takhats are:

•Akal Takhat in Amritsar (beside the Golden Temple)
•Takhat Keshghar Sahib in Anandpur Sahib (Birthplace of the Khalsa)
•Takhat Damdama Sahib (in Batinda district of Panjab)
•Takhat Sachkhand in Hazur Sahib (the place where Guru Gobind Singh took his last breath)

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Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park|Patna Zoo : ‘Lungs of Patna’

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Patna Zoo

ADDRESS :
Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park
Bailey Road, Raj Bhavan, Rajbansi Nagar,
Patna, Bihar 800001
Email : patnazoo@yahoo.com
Phone : +91-612-2217455

ZOO TIMING

Time Table of Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park

March to October – 5.00 AM to 6.00 PM
November to February – 6.00 AM to 5.00 PM

Monday Closed

Which day Patna zoo closed?
Zoo remains closed on every Monday.

Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park or Patna Zoo is a must-see attraction for the visitors who get very delightful experience of luxuriant flora & Fauna of the jungle.

Spreading over 153 acres of land area the park is classified as one of the 16 largest Zoos in the country.

Established first as a Botanical Garden in the year 1969, the park has been developed as a Biological Garden only since 1973.

Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park is home to more than 800 animals representing over 70 species including Tiger, Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Hippo, Crocodile, Himalayan Bear, Lion-tailed Macaque, Leopard Cat, Hog Deer, Zebra, Emu and White Peacock including some endangered ones.

An aquarium and snake house is another attraction of the park. The aquarium has about 35 species of fish. The snake house has 32 snakes representing 5 species.

The flora consists of more than 300 species of trees, herbs and shrubs in the Botanical part of the park.

Patna Zoo is among one of the most distinguished zoos in the world which is widely acclaimed for its successful breeding programme of endangered species/animals particularly the one-horned Rhinos.

The success story of rhino-breeding put the Patna zoo on global map for rhino breeding. Today, Patna zoo has the second largest rhino population among all the biological parks in the world, next only to San Diego zoo, California.

The annual number of its visitor makes up approximately 750000.
Zoo is a venue for both fun and learning and is quite popular among the children.

A toy train encircling all around the zoo is very popular especially among children.

Taking a boat ride in the beautiful lake in the park is also an excellent recreation and fun.

SGB Park is also a popular rendezvous with walkers, joggers and picnickers and remains the first choice for New Year revellers.

Ticket Prices for Patna Zoo

Single Ticket Child Rs. 10.00
Single Ticket Adult Rs. 30.00
Group Ticket (For Minimum 25 Students.) Student Rs. 5.00