Bihar ·
Darbhanga
Darbhanga is a city in the northern part of Bihar, India. A part of Gangetic plains of the north India, Darbhanga is located just around 50km from Nepal.
Darbhanga at a Glance
Why Darbhanga?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Darbhanga Fort
- Shyama Mai Temple
- Mitheshwarnath Shiva Temple
- Harahi Lake
Darbhanga at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Darbhanga Fort: Darbhanga Fort, is a monument located in the city of Darbhanga in Bihar, India. It is also known as Rambagh Fort because it is situated in Rambagh Palace inside the fort.
- Shyama Mai Temple: Mother Kali's Dham Shyama Kali temple is a Hindu temple, built on the pyre in Darbhanga, Bihar. A large number of devotees visit here and all Manglik works are also done.
- Mitheshwarnath Shiva Temple: Mitheshwarnath Shiva Temple is a Hindu Temple, dedicated to the Hindu god "Shiva". This temple is located at Chunabhatti, near Mitthu Mistri Chowk, Darbhanga District, Bihar, India.
- Harahi Lake: Harahi Lake is located near Darbhanga Railway Station, Darbhanga District, Bihar, India. There are two other lakes, Ganga Sagar Lake and Dighi Lake, which are situated in a line, with a drive passing from one to the other, and their united length is 6,000 feet.
Things to Do
- Fulwari: The orchard of the old Darbhanga dynasty, located in Chatariya village about a kilometer away from Kadirabad at the banks of Adhwara river. An ancient village of rich cultured of Mithila is known as Purushottampur alias Chataria.
- Ahilya Asthan: It is famous historical temple dedicate to gautam rishi's wife ahilya. This temple is situated about 3 km.
- Rajnagar: Rajnagar is the very important historical place of Madhubani District. But it is erasing its beauty in lack care.
- Visit Harahi Lake: Harahi Lake is located near Darbhanga Railway Station, Darbhanga District, Bihar, India.
Sightseeing Places
- Darbhanga Fort: Darbhanga Fort, is a monument located in the city of Darbhanga in Bihar, India. It is also known as Rambagh Fort because it is situated in Rambagh Palace inside the fort.
- Shyama Mai Temple: Mother Kali's Dham Shyama Kali temple is a Hindu temple, built on the pyre in Darbhanga, Bihar. A large number of devotees visit here and all Manglik works are also done.
- Mitheshwarnath Shiva Temple: Mitheshwarnath Shiva Temple is a Hindu Temple, dedicated to the Hindu god "Shiva". This temple is located at Chunabhatti, near Mitthu Mistri Chowk, Darbhanga District, Bihar, India.
- Harahi Lake: Harahi Lake is located near Darbhanga Railway Station, Darbhanga District, Bihar, India. There are two other lakes, Ganga Sagar Lake and Dighi Lake, which are situated in a line, with a drive passing from one to the other, and their united length is 6,000 feet.
Temples
- Shyama Mai Temple: Mother Kali's Dham Shyama Kali temple is a Hindu temple, built on the pyre in Darbhanga, Bihar. A large number of devotees visit here and all Manglik works are also done.
- Mitheshwarnath Shiva Temple: Mitheshwarnath Shiva Temple is a Hindu Temple, dedicated to the Hindu god "Shiva". This temple is located at Chunabhatti, near Mitthu Mistri Chowk, Darbhanga District, Bihar, India.
Places That Define Darbhanga
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Darbhanga Fort
Darbhanga Fort, is a monument located in the city of Darbhanga in Bihar, India. It is also known as Rambagh Fort because it is situated in Rambagh Palace inside the fort.
Shyama Mai Temple
Mother Kali's Dham Shyama Kali temple is a Hindu temple, built on the pyre in Darbhanga, Bihar. A large number of devotees visit here and all Manglik works are also done.
Mitheshwarnath Shiva Temple
Mitheshwarnath Shiva Temple is a Hindu Temple, dedicated to the Hindu god "Shiva". This temple is located at Chunabhatti, near Mitthu Mistri Chowk, Darbhanga District, Bihar, India.
Harahi Lake
Harahi Lake is located near Darbhanga Railway Station, Darbhanga District, Bihar, India. There are two other lakes, Ganga Sagar Lake and Dighi Lake, which are situated in a line, with a drive passing from one to the other, and their united length is 6,000 feet.
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- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Darbhanga Airport (DBR), about 3 km from Darbhanga.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Darbhanga railway station, about 2 km from central Darbhanga.
- By Road: Darbhanga is on the east-west corridor map of India with four- to six-lane roads connecting from Gandhinagar, Gujarat via Darbhanga NH57 to Silchar, Assam and connecting with other parts of the country. There are buses every ten minutes from Patna and Muzaffarpur.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Darbhanga (Apr, May, Jun) averages 24–33°C with about 72 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Darbhanga (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 27–33°C with about 206 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Darbhanga (Oct, Nov) averages 20–30°C with about 92 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Darbhanga (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 11–23°C with about 0 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 33°C and lows of 24°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 33°C and lows of 27°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
History
- Summary: Darbhanga is a city in the northern part of Bihar, India. A part of Gangetic plains of the north India, Darbhanga is located just around 50km from Nepal.
- Overview: Darbhanga is a city in the northern part of Bihar, India. A part of Gangetic plains of the north India, Darbhanga is located just around 50km from Nepal. The city is known for its association with Darbhanga Royal family - one of the richest landowners of the country during British Raj.
- Ancient History: The city was the capital of the Darbhanga Raj, an estate established in the 16th century, containing the Anandbagh Palace.
Planning Guide
- Overview: Darbhanga is a city in the northern part of Bihar, India. A part of Gangetic plains of the north India, Darbhanga is located just around 50km from Nepal. The city is known for its association with Darbhanga Royal family - one of the richest landowners of the country during British Raj.
- Accommodation: Ganga Executive club inside Darbhanga fort is your best bet for reasonable to slightly luxurious accommodation. There are around 75 rooms and many suites here priced from ₹800 to ₹6500.
- Best Way To Explore: Most reliable and easily available local transport is cycle rickshaw. You can also get shared three-wheelers and buses from the railway and bus terminal.
The Sacred Heart of Darbhanga
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Significance
The city was the capital of the Darbhanga Raj, an estate established in the 16th century, containing the Anandbagh Palace. It was constituted as a municipality in 1864.
Spiritual Significance
The city was the capital of the Darbhanga Raj, an estate established in the 16th century, containing the Anandbagh Palace. It was constituted as a municipality in 1864.
Pilgrimage Traditions
Darbhanga (duhr-bhung-gah) is a place known for its cultural traditions in music and it is home to the well-known Darbhanga tradition of Dhrupad singing. Some of the important artistes from this tradition include Pt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Darbhanga is most comfortable in January, February, March, May and November, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is June (average high 35°C) and the wettest months are July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Darbhanga Airport (DBR), about 3 km away. The nearest railway station is Darbhanga railway station, about 2 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Darbhanga Fort, Shyama Mai Temple, Mitheshwarnath Shiva Temple and Harahi Lake.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 20°C to 35°C over the year, with about 1067 mm of rain in total.
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