About Patna
Shimla to Patna distnce : 1384 km
Estimated travel time : 22.4 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 Shimla to Patna is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Shimla to Patna by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Shimla to Patna distance is 1384 Km and is 22.4 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Varanasi - Known for its spiritual and cultural significance, Varanasi is a popular stopover on this route. It is famous for its ghats, temples, and the Ganges River.
2. Allahabad - Situated at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers, Allahabad is known for the Kumbh Mela and the Triveni Sangam.
3. Lucknow - The capital of Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow is famed for its exquisite Mughal and British-era architecture, delicious cuisine, and the Bara Imambara.
4. Ayodhya - Considered the birthplace of Lord Rama, Ayodhya is a significant pilgrimage site for Hindus. It attracts devotees from all over the country.
5. Kanpur - Known for its historical importance and industries, Kanpur is home to attractions like the Kanpur Sangrahalaya Museum and Moti Jheel.
6. Agra - Though a bit off the direct route, Agra is a popular stopover due to the presence of the iconic Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and other Mughal landmarks.
7. Chandigarh - The planned city of Chandigarh offers a refreshing break with its modern architecture, well-maintained gardens, and the famous Rock Garden.
8. Kalka - Located at the foothills of the Himalayas, Kalka is the starting point of the Kalka-Shimla toy train, a UNESCO World Heritage site.