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बेगुसराय के पुरातात्विक स्थल | Archaeological Sites of Begusarai

AUOTHOURA DIHChandorBhagwanpur30KM North West from Begusarai district headquartersMound - 100m x 150m x 1mRed ware , NBP, Black Ware, Black slipped, Black polished potteryWater Jar, Dish, Cookware, Bowl, vessels.

AGAPUR TAKIYAMansurchak38 KM North West from Begusarai district headquartersMoundCultivation/ Residential Building on the mound300m x 100m x 1mRed Ware, Red slipped ware, Dish, Cooking Vessel.

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राधे श्याम मंदिर – उलाओ, बेगूसराय | Radheshyam Temple, Ulao, Begusarai

Made by Shyam Kumari (Ulao estate) in 1857, Radheshyam temple is situated 5 km west of Begusarai town on National Highway 31 at a place called Ulao. This temple is more than a century old. It is embellished with exquisite murals of rich Rajasthani Shekhawati Art of painting. This temple attracts maximum number of devotees from all over India. They are seen chanting the devotional numbers dedicated to Lord Krishna.

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ऋषि गौतम धाम, खम्हार, बेगूसराय | Rishi Gautam Dham, Khamhar, Begusarai

बिहार राज्य के बेगूसराय जिला मुख्यालय से लगभग 8 किलोमीटर दूर खम्हार ग्राम स्थित गौतम धाम है। गौतम वंशियो के सहयोग से सर्व जन हिताय-सर्व जन सुखाय स्थापित यह धाम बेगूसराय रोसड़ा राज्य पथ एस एच 55 पर स्थित हिंदुओं का एक महान् तीर्थ नगरी एवं सांस्कृतिक स्थल के रूप में विकसित हो रहा है। उत्तरी बिहार की विरासत की पवित्र भूमि और गौतम गोत्रीय समाज की अवधारणा को जनमानस के बीच उजागर करने में यह स्थल अवश्य ही अग्रणी भूमिका निभाएगा। पर्यटन की दृष्टि से यह स्थान बिहार के गौरव में चार चाॕद लगा रहा है| समग्र विश्व को न्याय दर्शन देने वाले अक्षपाद महर्षि गौतम के सम्मान में निर्मित महर्षि गौतम न्याय मंदिर में धार्मिक ,आध्यात्मिक, सांस्कृतिक ,विरासत को सहेजने और आलोकित करते रहने के लिए महर्षि गौतम और माता अहल्या की भव्य प्रतिमा प्राण प्रतिष्ठित हैं ।

महापुरुषों के अलावे प्राचीन भारत के महान् मार्गदर्शक मनीषियों, ऋषियों, मुनियों की भव्य तस्वीर चतुर्दिक प्रदर्शित हैं। लोक आस्था और नैतिकता की भावना को बढ़ावा देने के लिए श्री रामभक्त हनुमान जी की माता अंजना माई और उनकी गोद में प्यारे दुलारे…

रत्नेश्वर नाथ धाम, गोड्डा (Ratneshwar Nath Dham) – Godda

Ratneshwar Nath Dham is situated near the picturesque bank of river Kajhiya situated in Shivpur Mohalla in the district headquarters. This Shiva temple is the center of faith of all the devotees of this region. Devotees come here throughout the year to seek their wishes. Devotees gather here in the month of Sawan.

Rathneshwar Nath Dham, Godda

On every Monday of Sawan, Kanwariyas perform Jalabhishek on foot from various ghats of river Ganga here. In the month of Saman, the temple and the surrounding area resonate with the songs of Bolbam, Har Har Mahadev and devotional songs.

Historical background:

According to the belief, the Shivling of Ratneshwar Nath Dham temple was established five hundred years ago by the Shivling Khoji group of sadhus.

It is said that earlier there used to be light of Nagmani in the temple premises. Shivling was obtained by excavating this place. Hence the name of this Dham was named as Ratneshw…

सिंहेश्वरनाथ धाम व गुड़मेश्वर धाम, गोड्डा (Singheshwar Dham & Gudmeshwar Dham) – Godda

Singheshwar Nath Dham Mandir, Godda

Very ancient Singheshwar Nath Mahadev Temple is located in Podaihat, just eight km away from the block headquarter, near Podaihat - Hansdiha main road. A large number of devotees from far-flung areas pay their obeisance here.

Its importance increases due to its location at the confluence of three rivers. It is situated on the sangam of three rivers. The three rivers that meet her are Baghmati, Taramati and Triveni. The natural shade here is unique.

There is an ancient tradition of worshiping after marriage in this temple. Newly married couples reach here with successful married life and progeny. This tradition is four hundred years old.

Singheshwar Nath Dham Mandir, Godda

The history of the temple is very old. 443 years ago, King Bhimsen is said to have built Singheshwar Nath temple on Triveni bank. Which has historical evidence as well. There are many stories about the importance of Singhesh…

मां सिंह वाहिनी मंदिर, गोड्डा (Ma Singhwahini Mandir) – Godda

Ma Singhwahini Mandir, Godda

Situated at the confluence of three rivers near Godda-Pakur main road, eight km away from the water headquarters, Singhwahini Dham is the center of faith.

Singhvahini Dham is situated at the confluence of Kajhia and Jatjori river near Jamni village. One has to cross a river to get there. This place is important from historical point of view.

There is an influx of devotees and devotees throughout the year. The people of this region start the new year with worship in the court of Maa Singhvahini.

History

In ancient times., on the banks of the river, there was strong hold of Maheshpur kingdom, ruled by King Padmasena. At some distance from there, a golden statue of Maa Singhwahini was installed at a very beautiful place in the deserted wilderness, where the king used to worship. At some distance from there, sage Jaimini used to offer worship in the hut of clumps. Maa Singhvahini was worshiped…

दामाकोल झरना, गोड्डा (Damakol Waterfalls / Pratap Jharna / Ram Jharna) – Godda

Damakol Jharna, Godda

Just a short distance from Sundar Dam, is the Damakol waterfalls, which is in the wooded area of Sundar Pahari.

This water fall is also known as Pratap Jharna and Ram Jharna. This is the very attractive waterfall in Jharkhand, which is located in Godda district.

This beautiful waterfall is visited by many people from nearby areas everyday Tourists who come to Godda from other cities also ensure to make a trip to this wonderful waterfall.

Damakoh Jharna / Pratap Jharna, Godda How to Reach

By Air :

Ranchi Airport is the nearest airport to Godda at a distance of about 364 Km. Deoghar Airport also has become operational.

By Train :

Godda is well connected with road and rail link. The Godda railway station is situated around 4 km from city center. Trains can also be taken in Bhagalpur, from where Godda can be easily reached.

Damakol Waterfalls, Godd…

करमदाहा घाट एवं मंदिर, जामताड़ा, दुमका (Karamdaha Ghat & Temple) – Jamtara, Dumka

When you visit Jamtara, you can easily visit two places, i.e., Karamdaha Ghat and Karamdaha Temple at the same time – a very beautiful picturesque place.

Karamdaha Mandir, Jamtara

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लाधना डैम, जामताड़ा, दुमका (Ladhna Dam) – Jamtara, Dumka

Ladhna Dam is a famous tourist spot in Jamtara and surrounding areas. In Ladhna, the Ghat of Damodar river on one side and the attractive mountain on the other side attracts every people towards it. This place is full of natural shade.

This place is considered a peaceful and beautiful place for the tourists coming for picnic. In the months of December, January and February, people including their families from Asansol, Chittaranjan, Jamtara, Rupnarayanpur etc. come to this place to celebrate picnic.

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बायो डाइवर्सिटी पार्क, गोड्डा (Bio Diversity Park) – Godda

Bio Diversity Park, Godda

Bio-diversity park is located on Godda-Ramgarh main road, just five km away from the district headquarters. This park was completed about four years ago. This Biodiversity Park has been constructed on Dumka road of Sarkanda in Godda district of Jharkhand. Many types of flowers, plants, medicines and green grass have been decorated in this park.

Recently, CM Raghuvar Das has inaugurated this park online. People have also started coming to the park to enjoy nature. The picturesque views of the park are giving the message of nature protection to the people. At the same time, the Forest Department says that everyone needs to cooperate to keep the park beautiful.

It is designed for the students for research and travel. In this, many types of beautiful trees and plants have also been planted along with the means of entertainment. It can be enjoyed traveling with family and children.

How to Reach

By Air …

सुन्दर डैम, गोड्डा (Sundar Dam) – Godda

Sundar Dam, Godda

Sundar dam is the biggest irrigatoinal project in this district constructed on Sundar river near village north-east of Pathargama and this is a beautiful picnic spot for the tourist. There are plenty of picnic spots in the area around the famous Sundar Dam, located at a distance of about 30 km from the district headquarters.

Sundar Dam is located in the hilly area of Boarijor block. The natural shade here is breathtaking. Apart from the dam, there is a mountain range which touches the hill of the palace and goes far. Pahariya community also resides on top of this hill.

The view of the hill waterfall is also seen in the surrounding area. Just a short distance away from this is the Damakol Falls, which is in the wooded area of Sundar Pahari.

The dam is having 75 Ft. depth was constructed between 1970-78

How to Reach: By Air

Nearest airport is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, Kolkata and Birsa Munda Ai…

बसंतराय, गोड्डा (Basantrai )- Godda

This place is at the distance of 12 Kms from the headquarter of Pathergama Block which was inhabited by Raja Basant Rai .

Basantrai, Godda

There existed a big tank in 50 acres of land . According to legend, no one has ever been able to cross the tank from one end to another whether by swimming or an elephant or in a boat. If any one ventured to do so he would find enunciated his feet and dragged himself down to the watery grave .

It is also believed that the tank was being invited on the occasion of marriages or any kind of social ceremonies and people asking for utensils required for the occasion could get miraculously from the water of the tank. Purpose being served these materials were bound to be returned to the tank failing which they had to face calamity or misfortune.

Basantrai, Godda

This belief is still relied up-on and it is held sacred for Hindus and a big Mela (fair) is held on its bank for 15 days beginning from…

मां योगिनी मंदिर, गोड्डा (Yogini Shaktipith) – Godda

Yogini Shaktipeeth, Godda

It is located in Lakhanpahari hamlet, about 2 kilometres from Pathergama, and has a religious significance.

Tuesday and Saturday are considered fortunate days, and thousands of devotees travel long distances to attend. The shrine exudes a supernatural sublimity that gives worshipers peace of mind and restores their faith.

Maa Yogini Temple is located in Pathargama block of Godda district in Jharkhand. It is located at Barkop, just 15 kms from the district headquarter. This ancient temple of Maa Yogini is very popular among Tantra seekers. Its history is very old. According to historical and religious books, this temple dates back to Dwapara Yuga and the Pandavas spent many days of their unknown year here. It is also discussed in Mahabharata. Then this temple was famous as 'Gupta Yogini'.

Yogini Shaktipeeth, Godda

According to religious scriptures, when Lord Shiva, enraged by the humiliation of his wife Sati, too…

श्रावणी मेला / कांवड़ यात्रा, सुलतानगंज-देवघर-दुमका (Shrawani Mela / Kanwar Yatra) – Sultanganj, Deoghar & Dumka

Each year, during the holy month of Shrawan during Monsoon, devotees in many states undertake Kanwar Yatra to collect water from the Ganga and other rivers and offer it at the temples of Lord Shiva in major pilgrim centers.

Group of Kanwarias in Deoghar

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राष्ट्रकवि रामधारी सिंह दिनकर के आवास, बेगूसराय एवं भागलपुर (Residences of Rashtra Kavi Ramdhari Singh Dinkar) – Begusarai & Bhagalpur

Introduction & History

Dinkar ji is the most popular and read poet of Hindi. He was born on 23 September 1908 in a small village called Simaria of Begusarai district, Bihar. When he was 3 years old, his father passed away. Childhood was spent in deprivation.

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हरसाइन स्तूप / सिन-चे मंदिर, बेगूसराय (Harsain Stupa/Sin-Che Temple) – Begusarai

Way to the top of main Harsain Stupa, near Jaimanglagarh, Begusarai

The remains of the Harsain stupa is in the form of an elevated mound, at a distance on the borders of the kabar lake, Begusarai. Aapart from Harsain, at least three another mounds were also located within the periphery of 2 km. Having yielded NBP potsherds, indicating an antiquity prior to 200 BC, the Harsain Stupa looked very interesting from a distance.

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रूद्र पाड़ा, सुल्तानगंज (Rudra Pada) – Sultanganj

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Top view of Rudra Pada Rock, Sultanganj (image source: http://silentpagesindia.blogspot.com/)

Just below the Murali hill, exists a neglected but massive rock boulder which has the potential of transforming the identity of the site for popular tourism.

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शहीद स्मारक, पूर्णिया (Shaheed Smarak / Town Hall) – Purnea

Shaheed Smarak / Town Hall, Purnea

The Shaheed Smarak is one of the major attractions in Purnea City. The names of 56 Martyrs have been inscribed on this.

This place was earlier constructed as Victoria Memorial Town Hall during British era, which later got changed into Shaheed Smarak.

कैथोलिक चर्च, पूर्णिया (Catholic Church) – Purnea

Roman Catholic Church of Purnea

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Purnea is a diocese located in the city of Purnea. 318,190 The Holy Father John XXIII, by the Apostolic Bull, "Exultet Sancta Mater Ecclesia", established the Diocese of Dumka on August 8, 1962.

36 years later hence the Diocese of Purnea is born from Dumka through a declaration of Pope John Paul II on August 11, 1998. It is an Angelus Church.

The history of the Catholic diocese of Purnea can be traced back not just to these 36 years, but to almost 236 years. Records show that in 1773 Purnea district of that time was already forming part of the Vicariate of the Great Moghul, which was served by the Jesuits and later by the Carmelites. Subsequently, Rome attached Purnea to the neighbouring Prefecture of Tibet under the Capuchins, with Patna as its headquarters. In 1820 it became part of the Agra Vicariate. By then the Capuchin Fathers had been regularly visiting Purnea from differ…

बाबा वरुणेश्वर धाम, बड़हरा, पूर्णिया (Baba Varuneshwar Dham, Barhara) – Purnea

Baba Varuneshwar Dham, Barhara, Purnea

This temple is situated near on the banks of Varuna river under Barhara Kothi prakhand. This is a very beautiful and glorious temple of famous Baba Barmeshwar and one of the most famous religious place for Hindus.

Visitors make a point to visit this temple upon their visits to Barhara Kothi.

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Baba Varuneshwar Dham, Barhara, Purnea Baba Varuneshwar Dham, Barhara, Purnea

स्वराज आश्रम / गाँधी सर्किट, पूर्णिया (Swaraj Ashram / Gandhi Circuit) – Purnea

Swaraj Ashram also known as Gandhi Circuit. This is situated in Tikapatti under Rupauli prakhand.

Swaraj Ashram, Purnea

It is said that it was established by Mahatma Gandhi in the year 1931. Its holds a very special place in the history books as Mahatma Gandhi had address people from this place on 10th April, 1931 during his visit here.