Munger Tourism

Munger city is associated with natural beauty on the banks of river Ganges. The presence of divine ghats in the proximity of the city adds to the enchanting scene. It is located 180 km east of the capital of Patna and 60 km west of Bhagalpur, the oldest and fourth largest city of Munger. Munger is known for the ancient "seat of governance" and is home to the famous "Bihar School of Yoga", an education center famous in the field of yoga. The fort of Munger on the outskirts of the city is built on rocky hills. It is situated on the southern bank of the Ganges.

The famous Chandika Asthana Temple has the distinction of being one of the 64 Shakti Peethas. Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary is spread over 682 square kilometers in the Kharagpur hill range southwest of Munger district with dense forests and beautiful water springs. It is famous for hot water streams and attractive places. Kastaharni Ghat literally means a place of bath which removes all the pain and assures the travelers a beautiful view of sunrise and sunset. The Sita Kund Hot Springs is a spiritually important place just four miles east of the city of Munger.

Near the Kharagpur area in Munger is the small temple of Shiva, Ukareshwar Nath Temple. The famous Gurudwara at Piparpanti near Munger is an excellent place for Sikhism believers. Goenka Pagoda is a beautiful temple chain with unique structure in Munger. One of the famous Christian missions of India in the year 1860 named Baptist Mission is located in the city of Munger. Located only three miles from the Pirpahad hills to see, are places that explore peace and prosperity in the region. Passing through the narrow ghats in the hills, it is worth visiting the lake area.

State :

Bihar

How to Reach Munger

Munger is a city located in the eastern Indian state of Bihar. It is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. The city is well connected by air, train, and road, making it easy for travelers to reach Munger from different parts of the country. Here, we will discuss the different ways to reach Munger by air, train, and road in detail.

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  By Air

  The nearest airport to Munger is the Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport in Patna, which is located at a distance of approximately 200 km from Munger. The airport is well connected to major cities in India and abroad. From the airport, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Munger. Another airport that can be considered to reach Munger is the Gaya International Airport, which is located at a distance of approximately 190 km from Munger. However, the connectivity of this airport is not as good as the Patna airport. You may have to hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Munger from here.

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  By Road

  Munger is well connected to all major cities in Bihar and neighboring states by road. National Highway 80, which runs from Kolkata to Varanasi, passes through Munger. There are several buses that operate daily from cities like Patna, Kolkata, Ranchi, and Jamshedpur to Munger. You can also hire a taxi or drive your own car to reach Munger. If you are traveling from Patna, you can take the NH31 to reach Munger. The distance between the two cities is approximately 175 km, and the journey takes approximately 4 hours. If you are traveling from Kolkata, you can take the NH12 and NH80 to reach Munger. The distance between the two cities is approximately 350 km, and the journey takes approximately 8 hours. If you are traveling from Ranchi, you can take the NH33 and NH333 to reach Munger. The distance between the two cities is approximately 275 km, and the journey takes approximately 6 hours.

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  By Train

  Munger has a well-established railway network, and the city is connected to all major cities in India through rail. The Munger railway station is located in the heart of the city, and several trains pass through the station daily. Some of the popular trains that pass through Munger are Rajdhani Express, Sarnath Express, Vikramshila Express, and Garib Rath Express. If you are traveling from Delhi, you can take the Vikramshila Express, which runs daily from Anand Vihar Terminal to Bhagalpur and stops at Munger. The journey takes approximately 14 hours. If you are traveling from Kolkata, you can take the Sarnath Express, which runs daily from Howrah Junction to Mughalsarai and stops at Munger. The journey takes approximately 8 hours. If you are traveling from Mumbai, you can take the LTT Bhagalpur Express, which runs weekly from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus to Bhagalpur and stops at Munger. The journey takes approximately 30 hours.