History
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.
Historical Timeline
1845
Its subdivisions had been constituted earlier – Darbhanga Sadar in 1845, Madhubani in 1866, and Samastipur (then known as Tajpur) in 1867.
1864
It was constituted as a municipality in 1864.
1875
Under the British Raj, Darbhanga was a part of Sarkar Tirhut until 1875, when it was constituted into a separate district.
1961
Darbhanga is home to the Kameshwara Singh Darbhanga Sanskrit University (established 1961), which is located on the grounds of the palace, and the Lalit Narayan Mithila University (established 1972).
Historical Sites
Darbhanga Fort
Shyama Mai Temple
Mitheshwarnath Shiva Temple
Harahi Lake
Notable Figures
Darbhanga Fort
Shyama Mai Temple
Mitheshwarnath Shiva Temple
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