Bhāgalpur: Where Business is Silky
The silk city of India is Bhagalpur, India which is located in the state of Bihar and is one of the biggest cities in the state and known for having a well-developed infrastructure. Famous for its production of high-quality silk products, Bhagalpur’s silk industry is more than 200 years old. There are also numerous places that tourists can visit in the city like centuries-old temples, fossil sanctuary and verdant, scenic parks.
Best Time to Visit
Bhāgalpur enjoys good weather for most of the year. But the best time to visit would be from October to March when the temperature is mostly pleasant to hot with limited rainfall. Bhagalpur is also a center of many pious festivals, one of the biggest being the Muharram (Muslim New Year), observed between August and October, which are among the busiest months for tourism in the city hence most Bhāgalpur IN hotels are fully-booked and rates are higher than usual.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Surrounded by lush greenery, Rabindra Bhawan is one of the many historical landmarks in Bhagalpur. Situated in nearby Khanjarpur is Jai Prakash Udyan and is popular among locals and tourists alike for its verdant and beautiful surroundings. Another most-visited landmark is the Ghanta Ghar Clock Tower Bhagalpur which is set amidst many shops selling an interesting mix of merchandise. Located in Bhāgalpur is the no-frills HOTEL VAIBHAV INN, one of the fine lodging places while you are in town. The Hotel Ashoka Grand is another great option with its relaxed rooms & suites set very close to many top attractions so is the Rajhans International Hotel, a spic-and-span hotel located just off the National Highway 333B.
