About Bhagalpur
Jagtial to Bhagalpur distnce : 1553 km
Estimated travel time : 30.3 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 Jagtial to Bhagalpur is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Jagtial to Bhagalpur by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Jagtial to Bhagalpur distance is 1553 Km and is 30.3 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Bhagalpur - Start your journey at Bhagalpur and explore attractions such as Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary, Mandar Hill, Ghuran Peer Baba, and Ajgaivinath Temple.
2. Munger - About 55 km from Bhagalpur, Munger is known for the scenic Munger Fort and the ancient Lal Pahar, a landmark hill known for Buddhist caves.
3. Monghyr - Located around 40 km from Munger, Monghyr (also spelled as Munger) is home to the famous Bihar School of Yoga, Bari Mosque, and Kastaharni Ghat.
4. Jamui - Approximately 50 km from Monghyr, Jamui district offers attractions like Rajaun Block, Kundlik Hills, Khayasipur Block, and Mandar Hills Reserve Forest.
5. Jhajha - Situated around 45 km from Jamui, Jhajha is known for its railway junction and serves as a major stopover for travelers.
6. Jasidih - Located around 50 km from Jhajha, Jasidih is home to the renowned Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga Temple, one of the twelve sacred Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.
7. Deoghar (Baidyanath Dham) - Drive for about 40 km from Jasidih to reach Deoghar, where the famous Baidyanath Temple (one of the twelve Jyotirlingas) is located. The Naulakha Mandir and Nandan Pahar are also popular attractions in the city.
8. Karimnagar - After crossing the Bihar-Telangana border, you will reach Karimnagar. This historic city offers attractions like Elgandal Fort, Nagunur Fort, Lower Manair Dam, and Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy Temple.
9. Peddapalli - Located about 50 km from Karimnagar, Peddapalli offers historical sites such as the Peddapalli Fort and Kaman Bavi.
10. Jagtial - Finally, reach your destination, Jagtial. This town in Telangana is famous for its temples like Sri Katyayani Sametha Mandara Makali Temple, Sri Rama Temple, and Sri Kurma Avatar Swamy Temple.