Historical Places

जामी मस्ज़िद, राजमहल (Jami Mosque / Hadafe Mosque) – Rajmahal

Jami Masjid, Rajmahal

The Jami Mosque (Lat. 250 04‘ 29’’ N., Long. - 870 46’ 46’’ E.) is located at Mangalhat, 7 km from Rajmahal and about 32 km from the district headquarter Sahibganj and about 480 km from Ranchi, the capital city of Jharkhand. Jami Mosque was built in the last quarter of the 16th century AD by Raja Mansingh, the Governor of Emperor Akbar.

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सिंघी दालान / राजा मान सिंह पैलेस, राजमहल (Singhi Dalan/Sangi Dalan/Hall of Stone/Raja Man Singh Palace) – Rajmahal

Singhi Dalan, Rajmahal

The Singhi Dalan or Hall of Stone, dates from the mid-17th century, and is one of the principal remaining sections of Sultan Shah Shuja's palace. Rajmahal, located along the right bank of the Ganges in Bihar, was chosen in 1592 as the capital of Bengal by Man Singh, a Rajput general who worked for Mughal Emperor Akbar (r.1556-1605).

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मिंटो टावर, जमुई (Minto Tower) – Gidhaur, Jamui

Minto tower was erected in commemoration of Lord Minto, the then Viceroy and Governor General of India, who visited Giddhaur on 10th Feb 1906. The tower was constructed by Maharaja Rameshwar Prasad Singh ‘Bahadur’ of Giddhour.

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रामकृष्ण मिशन विद्यापीठ, देवघर (Ramakrishna Mission Vidyapeeth) – Deoghar

Ramakrishna Mission Vidyapith, Deoghar is a residential boys' senior secondary school in Deoghar, Jharkhand, India, established in 1922. It is the oldest institute of Ramakrishna Mission, and used to be visited by brother disciples of Swami Vivekananda.

LocationRamakrishna Mission Vidyapith is located in the heart of Deoghar, Jharkhand, being the holy abode of Shiva, it is one of the most significant places of pilgrimage in the country. It is an ancient city, which harbours in its bosom a body part of Sati the Divine Mother.

The school is 30 minutes drive from the Jasidih railway junction.

Swami Jayantananda is the present secretary, and Swami Divyasudhananda is the current principal of the school.

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नौलखा मंदिर, देवघर (Navlakha Temple) – Deoghar

2 kms from Deoghar, there are temples of Radha And Krishna here.This Balanand Brahamchari Ashram is a fine architectural monument for religious purposes. The construction was completed in the year 1940 under the patronage and watchful supervision of Rani Charushila Ghosh of the Pathuria Ghat Royal Family, Kolkata.

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अशोक कुमार का जन्म स्थान, भागलपुर (Birthplace of Ashok Kumar / Dada Muni) – Bhagalpur

[House of memories: Rajbati, where Ashok Kumar was born. Picture by Amit Kumar]

Residents here seemed unaware that an illustrious son of India — Ashok Kumar to some, Dadamoni to many — was born in Bhagalpur more than a hundred years ago.

Ashok Kumar was born at Rajbati, the house of his maternal grandfather, on October 13, 1911. He even spent his childhood in the city, later marrying Shobha Devi, daughter of Sudhirendra Nath of Kharmanchak.

All that remains of Rajbati now are broken walls and the glistening white sand of the Ganga diara. Even the house of his in-laws has disappeared. So has, it seems, his memory among residents.

There were no functions to mark his birth anniversary on Monday. “It’s a generation gap. The new generation is familiar with contemporary artistes. Why should they remember Ashok Kumar,” asked Ratna Mukerjee, senior professor of psychology at Tilka Manjhi Bhagalpur University, and the daughter of Ashok’s cousi…

विक्रमशिला संग्रहालय, भागलपुर (Vikramshila Archaeological Museum) – Bhagalpur

The museum is located at Antichak . It is established in year 2004 to display the antiquities recovered in course of excavation at the site. The museum building forms a cruciform on plan. A scaled model of the excavated site of Vikramshila is on display at the first floor of the building.

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अजगैबीनाथ मंदिर, सुलतानगंज (Ajgaivinath Temple) – Sultanganj

The origin of Ajgaivinath temple at Jahangira or Sultanganj is not exactly known. Some claim it to be a Swayambhu, on the rock, discovered and then given an abode. That this is a very ancient place of worship there can be no doubt. The temple is solidly built on the rock and has got a series of marvelous rock sculpture and some inscriptions. Some of the specimens of the rock panel sculpture at this temple can hold their own against any of the best known specimens anywhere in India.

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जहांगीरा, सुलतानगंज (Jahangira) – Sultanganj

During the course of exploration done by The department of Ancient Indian History and Archaeology, Patna University in year 1968-69, observed traces of a ancient mound about 8 km to the west of Sultanganj on the Sultanganj- Bhagalpur road. The ancient mound here is being eroded by the river Ganga.

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मुरली पहाड़ एवं मस्ज़िद, सुलतानगंज (Murli Pahad & Masjid) – Sultanganj

This is another site at Sultanganj. A mosque called Jami Masjid, is situated at the top of the hill, with the platform supported by a retaining wall facing the river.

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तिलकामांझी की मूर्ति एवं पेड़, भागलपुर (Tilka Manjhi Statue & Tree) – Bhagalpur

Baba Tilka Manjhi is a national hero. Tilka Manjhi also popularly known as “Jabra Paharia”. He was first Santal leader who took up the arms and raised his voice against English fought with them in the 1784’s, around 100 years before Mangal Pandey. So no doubt he was first freedom fighter of India. He made this movement a mass movement and circulated message written on leaf of Sal that “We must be united.”

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मुजाहिदपुर मस्जिद, भागलपुर (Masjid of Mujahidpur) (year 1511-15) – Bhagalpur

The Masjid of Mujahidpur, located in Bhagalpur, dates back to the years 1511-1515. This mosque reflects the architectural style of the era and is significant in the study of the region's cultural and historical developments during the early Mughal period. Although specific details about its construction and historical importance are limited, it represents the Islamic influence in the area and contributes to the local heritage of Bhagalpur.

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विषहरी स्थान, भागलपुर (Vishahri Asthan) – Bhagalpur

Vishahri Asthan, located in Bhagalpur, Bihar, is a significant religious site dedicated to the worship of Goddess Vishahri, also known as the Snake Goddess. It is believed to be a place of devotion where locals and visitors come to seek protection from snake bites and other ailments.

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शाहजंगी दरगाह, भागलपुर (Shahjangi Hilltop Dargah) – Bhagalpur

The tomb of Pir Shahjangi, recorded in authentic books like Francis Buchanan's Gazetteer and M Francis' Eastern India, is a valuable heritage not only for Bhagalpur but also for the people of East Bihar.

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भीखनपुर मस्जिद, भागलपुर (Bhikanpur Mosque) – Bhagalpur

It is the 15th century Bhikanpur mosque is sparkling white and are considered to be very famous in Bihar.

Bhikanpur Mosque, is one of the city's oldest and most revered Islamic religious sites. Built during the Mughal period, the mosque showcases traditional Mughal architectural style, with intricate designs and elegant domes. It has served as a center for the local Muslim community, offering a space for prayer, religious gatherings, and cultural activities.

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मखदूम दरिया दरगाह, भागलपुर (Dargah of Makhdum Shah)(Year 1615) – Bhagalpur

This is a very famous dargah in Bhagalpur. This dargah is situated i Barari area of Bhagalpur on the bank of river Ganga.

From back side of the dargah Ganga river and Ganga bridge can be seen.

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मौलाना चक मस्जिद, भागलपुर (Moulana Chak Mosque) – Bhagalpur

It is built during the reign of Mughal emperor Jahangir and farrukhsiyar is famous pilgrimage for muslims because the sacred remains of Prophet Mohammed Shah is preserved here.

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खानगाह-ए-शाहबाज़िआ, भागलपुर (Khanqah-i-Shahbazia, Mullachak) – Bhagalpur

It is situated adjoining the Bhagalpur Railway Station. Khanqah-i-Shahbazia was a highly reputed institution with a rich library and a rallying centre for scholars and men of learning. One of the five jurists invited by Aurangzeb for the compilation of his famous Fatwa-i-Alamgiri was Mir Muhammad Raadhi from Bhagalpur. In 1669 he received a daily allowance of three rupees and was later raised to the rank of an Amir.

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हज़रत शाहबाज़ दरगाह, भागलपुर (Dargah of Hazrat Shahbaz)(year 1502) – Bhagalpur

The Dargah of Hazrat Shahbaz, located in Bhagalpur and established around the year 1502, is a revered Sufi shrine dedicated to the saint Hazrat Shahbaz. The dargah is a spiritual site attracting devotees from various religious backgrounds, reflecting the inclusive nature of Sufism.

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शाह शुजा की कब्र, भागलपुर (Tomb of Shah Shuja) – Bhagalpur

Tomb of Shuja, brother of Moghul emperor Aurangzeb is situated in the heart of the town. It is reminiscent of the city’s association with the Mughal period.

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घंटा घर, भागलपुर (Ghanta Ghar, Deep Narayan Singh Smarak) – Bhagalpur

Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower) is located in the heart of Bhagalpur. It is 25ft high Clock Tower made in British Time. Around it there is market place of the old city.

The historic Ghanta Ghar Clock Tower was built during the British Rule in dedication to the King Edward VII of Britain. Situated in the heart of Bhagalpur, it is like the centre of the city and all of Bhagalpur is easily accessible from this site. It is situated in the centre of a chowk, often referred to as Clock Tower Chowk because of the monument, which is one of the busiest roads in the city.

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