Book Golaghat to Bhagalpur Cab
Golaghat to Bhagalpur distnce : 933 km
Estimated travel time : 22.1 hours
Bhagalpur is very popular city for both tourism and work. Bhagalpur has high historical and mythological significance. It is a major educational, commercial and political centre as well and is known as "Silk City of Bihar".
Situated at the southern banks of river Ganga, Bhagalpur is the 3rd largest city of Bihar and is planned for development under Smart City program. It is an ancient city with many tourist attraction specially for history buffs. The most important one is Vikramshila which was the monastic university and an important learning center related to Buddhist history. An annual festival Vikramshila Mahotsav is held here around February. Bhagalpur drived its name from Bhagdatpuram which means City of Good Luck. It is home to Mount Mandar, a granite hill, which is believed to be used for Samundra Manthan with Serpent King Vasuki used as rope. There are still faint impressions of coil on the the hill. Mandar hill has tremendous natural beauty and numerous sculptures of Hindu Gods cut into its rocks. It is also believed that 12th Tirthankar, Vasupujya attained Nirvana at peak of Mandar hill. Bhagalpur is home to India's first dolphin observatory Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary. Gangetic Dolphin is the National Aquatic Animal of India. Bhagalpur also has a rescue and rehabilitation area for the mythical bird Garuda (Greater adjutant).
Taxi from Golaghat to Bhagalpur is readily available at CabBazar.
Golaghat to Bhagalpur Cab Route
Golaghat to Bhagalpur by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Golaghat to Bhagalpur distance is 933 Km and is 22.1 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Bhagalpur - Starting point of the journey, you can explore attractions like Mandar Hill, Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary, and Colganj Rock Cut Temples.
2. Sultanganj - Located about 50 km from Bhagalpur, it is famous for the Sultanganj Buddha Statue and offers scenic views of the Ganges River.
3. Bhagalpur Silk City - Known for its silk production, you can visit the local silk factories and see the process of silk-making.
4. Mokameh Ghat - It is a significant religious site and a major Ghat on the Ganges River. Many devotees take a holy dip here.
5. Barauni - A town known for the Barauni Oil Refinery, it could be a convenient stop for some rest and refreshments.
6. Begusarai - Another town on the way, famous for being the birthplace of the nationalist leader Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia.
7. Samastipur - It is an ancient city with historical importance. While passing through, you can visit the Chandika Sthan Temple and Kameshwar Temple.
8. Darbhanga - A major city in Bihar, it is known for its rich cultural heritage and historical palaces like the Raj Bhavan and Nargauna Palace.
9. Jhanjharpur - Famous for the Maa Jhanjhari Temple, it is a religious site visited by many devotees.
10. Dibrugarh - Located near Golaghat, it is a major city in Assam and a possible stopover on your journey.