Patna , the city that has been a cradle to many civilizations , is the perfect destination for those who are fascinated by history. If you are planning a short getaway from Guwahati , there could be no better choice than Patna. Though both the cities have one thing in common - the ancient heritage sites , the architectural difference is significant. Despite being home to diverse cultures , Guwahati and Patna are totally different cities regarding language , food , culture and lifestyle. Patna is well-connected with other major cities via rail , road and air. For those who want to save time , boarding domestic flights is the quick and convenient way of reaching Patna. Paytm , one of the leading platforms to book flight tickets online has in store , offers on flight booking. To book Patna to Patna flights online , check out Paytm for the best deals on flight fares.

About Patna

Situated on the southern shore of the river Ganga , Patna is the capital city of the east Indian state , Bihar. It is the commercial and educational hub of the state. The first name of Patna was Pataliputra and its history starts way back from 600 B.C. Ashoka the Great , ruled his empire from here. The most powerful Indian emperors , Chandragupta Maurya and Samudragupta , retained Pataliputra as their capital. The old Patna or the modern Patna City once had a wall all around to protect against invasions , the remnants of which are still visible at the entrance of old Patna area.

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Attractions in Patna

Golgarh: Constructed in 1786 by Captain John Garstin with the objective of being a storehouse for grains. Elevated from the middle of a beautiful garden , this grand stupa- shaped structure is a magnificent sight to behold. Encircled with a flight of 145 stairs that takes visitors all the way up to the top , which has in store , a bird's eye view of the whole city , with winds to give a serene sight. Besides , visitors can also have a picnic in the surrounding garden. A light and sound show has been started here as well.

Revolving Restaurant: This is the largest revolving restaurant in India. It is located on the top of the tallest tower in Patna , on the 18th floor of Biskoman Bhawan. The structure completes one revolution in 45 , 60 or 90 minutes , with the advanced German technology.

Kesaria Stupa: Known as the tallest and biggest Buddhist Stupa in the world , this magnificent structure was built by emperor Ashoka. This place is associated with the final days of Buddha. The numerous Buddhist statues here , are examples of the Buddhist architecture.

Patna Museum: Better known as the Jadu Ghar in Patna , this is a popular museum , housing more than 50 ,000 rare artifacts , including Indian specimens from the ancient , medieval ages and the British colonial era. Built in 1917 , this place is a must-see for travellers in search of history.

Dining options in Patna

Patna is home to a variety of savory dishes for vegetarian and non- vegetarians alike. Some of the not to be missed dishes are Litti Chokha , Naivedyam , Chandrakala , Channa Ghugni.

Shopping destinations

A trip to Patna might as well be incomplete without paying a visit to the Patna Market in Ashok Rajpath. One of the oldest shopping centers of Patna , this bazaar has in store , varieties of handicrafts and souvenirs to bring back home.

Some other places to visit are: Hathwa Market in Bakerganj for footwear and garment shopping.

Tourists can also explore the Lhasa Market which offers winter goods from Tibetan refugees. Gandhi Maidan Book Fair is for the book lovers and the Nala Road Market is known for its wooden furniture.

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Transportation in Patna

Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation operates tourist coaches to transport tourists for local sightseeing. The corporation’s convoy of buses are operated in some routes on a daily basis.

Most destinations in the region and locations within the city are well-connected by the local train network. In addition , cabs and autos are readily available at reasonable pricing.

Best time to visit Patna

October- January is the best time to explore this region.

Weather of Patna

The climate is generally marked with high temperatures , most part of the year. The Weather is pleasant during the latter part of the year. Search Guwahati to Patna flight tickets , in flight booking offers on Paytm.

About Patna Airport

Named as Jay Prakash Narayan airport (IATA: PAT) , it is located at a distance of 21 km from the city. It is the only airport in the state.

About Guwahati

The city is situated on the shore of the famous Brahmaputra river. It is the biggest urban conglomeration in Northeast India. About 329 square kilometres comes under the administration of the Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC). It has also been called the City of Temples. Try online air ticket booking in Paytm , for the cheapest and quickest routes to Patna from here.

Transportation in Guwahati

Public transport in Guwahati is well-connected. There are frequent bus services through the city , operated by ASTC and private organizations. The local trains cover suburban and rural areas , in addition to stations within the city. Auto-rickshaws , cycle-rickshaws and cabs are also available.

About Guwahati Airport

Guwahati airport , officially named as Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport was earlier known as Borjhar airport , named after its location. (IATA: GAU) Located within a short distance of 24 kilometres from the city , passengers can take a cab , auto or bus to reach the airport.