About Bhagalpur
Udaipur Tripura to Bhagalpur distnce : 1257 km
Estimated travel time : 32.1 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 Udaipur Tripura to Bhagalpur is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Udaipur Tripura to Bhagalpur by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Udaipur Tripura to Bhagalpur distance is 1257 Km and is 32.1 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Munger - Located around 84 km from Bhagalpur, Munger is famous for its historical sites, including the Bihar School of Yoga and the Munger Fort.
2. Patna - The capital city of Bihar, Patna has several attractions like the Golghar, Patna Museum, Mahatma Gandhi Setu, and Takht Sri Patna Sahib.
3. Gaya - Known for its spirituality, Gaya is a popular pilgrimage destination for Buddhists and Hindus. Bodh Gaya, Mahabodhi Temple, and Vishnupad Temple are major attractions.
4. Varanasi - One of the oldest cities in the world, Varanasi is renowned for its ghats along the Ganges river, including Dashashwamedh Ghat and Manikarnika Ghat. The city is also famous for its temples and spiritual significance.
5. Allahabad - Also known as Prayagraj, Allahabad is famous for the Sangam (confluence) of the Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers. The city is home to the Kumbh Mela, held once every 12 years.
6. Lucknow - The capital city of Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow is known for its rich culture, historical monuments, and mouth-watering cuisine. Bara Imambara, Lucknow Zoo, and Hazratganj are popular tourist spots.
7. Kanpur - A major industrial city, Kanpur has attractions like Kanpur Memorial Church, Allen Forest Zoo, and Bithoor.
8. Agra - While slightly off the direct route, Agra is home to the iconic Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri. These UNESCO World Heritage Sites are must-visit attractions for tourists.
9. Udaipur-Tripura - Finally, you will reach Udaipur-Tripura, which is famous for its stunning lakes and palaces. The Tripura Sundari Temple and Neermahal Palace are popular tourist spots in Udaipur.
