About Patna
Attingal to Patna distnce : 2740 km
Estimated travel time : 49.1 hours
Patna, also called as The cradle of Empires, has spiritual and religious significance. It is gateway to Buddhist, Hindu and Jain pilgrimage in Bihar. It is a sacred city for Sikhs as the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobindgarh Singh was born here.
Patna is capital city of Bihar and is the centre of political activities as well as commercial hub of the state. Patna was originally known as Pataliputra. The famous sacred Ganga River flows through town. Patna's most remarkable Mahatma Gandhi Setu is built upon the Ganges, which is one of the longest bridges in the world at 7.5 Km. The most significant attraction in Patna is Golghar which is huge grain storage. Patna houses several monuments which depicts cityโs culture. The most famous ones being Patna Sahib Gurudwara or Harmandir Takht, Patna Planetarium, the Highcourt, Secretariat Building and Padri ki Haveli. Every year during March a festival named Pataliputra festival is organized in Patna. Pataliputra Mahotsav makes Patna very live and people enjoys a lot. Parades, sports, dancing, music programmes are arranged at this time. The city is also famous for its archeological site Kumhrar. This site consists of archaeological excavations of Patliputra. The remains of ancient city of Patliputra have been uncovered in Kumhrar. Patna is an important business centre of eastern India. Also it is a gateway to the Buddhist and Jain pilgrimage centres of Vaishali, Rajgir, Nalanda, Bodhgaya and Pawapuri.
Taxi from Attingal to Patna is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Attingal to Patna by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Attingal to Patna distance is 2740 Km and is 49.1 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Kovalam - Famous for its beautiful beaches and lighthouse, Kovalam is a popular tourist destination near Attingal. You can relax on the beaches or indulge in water sports activities.
2. Thiruvananthapuram - The capital city of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram has several attractions like Kuthira Malika, Napier Museum, Padmanabhaswamy Temple, and the beautiful backwaters of Poovar.
3. Kochi - Known as the 'Queen of the Arabian Sea,' Kochi is a major port city in Kerala. Visit the historical Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Chinese Fishing Nets, and take a boat ride in the backwaters.
4. Munnar - Located in the Western Ghats, Munnar is a scenic hill station known for its tea plantations, mist-covered mountains, and beautiful valleys. Visit the Eravikulam National Park and enjoy the breathtaking views.
5. Coimbatore - An important city in Tamil Nadu, Coimbatore is known for its rich culture, temples, and delicious food. Visit the Adiyogi Shiva statue, Marudamalai Temple, and Anamalai Tiger Reserve.
6. Varanasi - One of the oldest cities in the world, Varanasi is a sacred place for Hindus. Take a boat ride on the Ganges River, visit the popular ghats, and experience the evening aarti ceremony.
7. Bodh Gaya - A significant Buddhist pilgrimage site, Bodh Gaya is where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. Visit the Mahabodhi Temple and other monasteries.