Sightseeing in Muzaffarpur

Garibnath Temple Muzaffarpur is a Hindu holy place in Muzaffarpur in the Indian state of Bihar. The temple is one of the oldest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and known as the "Deoghar of Bihar" Devotees from all across the district and state come here to pray and wish for their better life ahead. It is believed that prayer during the month of Sawan has special significance, which helps to fulfill all wishes. The temple is very crowded during these days. The presiding deity is known by the names Garibnath and Garibeshwara , meaning Lord of the poors.

Baba Garibnath Temple situated in the center of the Muzaffarpur town is undoubtedly one of the most famous "Lord Shiva" temples. Its history goes like this-There was a landlord in ancient times who owned the land where the present temple is. There was a huge Banyan tree in the premises of the temple which provided shade and relief to many people. Due to bad financial condition the landlord had to sell his house to another person. The new owner seemed not too interested in Banyan tree so he ordered it to be cut down to clean the premises.

This is a temple with an interesting back story. It is said that in 1303, in a village called Turki, a big idol of Lord Chaturbhuj was found. We are told that there was a saint who was a great worshipper of Shiva and was also responsible for establishing a "Shivling" at the present Muzaffarpur (which was a village at that time). Lord Chaturbhuj came in his dreams and asked him to place him near "Lord Shiva", as he was not comfortable at Turki. The saint brought the idol all the way from Turki to Muzaffarpur on foot.

Ramna's Tripur Sundari Temple attracts millions of Devotees Due to its aesthetic beauty and richness. A wealthy man, Shri Umashankar Prasad built this Beautiful and magnificent temple on 28th June 1941. It is said that it is really surprising to see that a man made temple attracts such big gathering of Devotees. This temple is also famous by the name of "Devi Temple" and Ma's beautiful idol mesmerizes one and all.

Ram Chandra Shahi Museum at Muzaffarpur was established in the year 1979. It has got its own building in the campus of Jubba Sahni Park. The museum possesses a very good collection including artifacts and numerous art-objects of varied nature. The museum is famous for its rich collection of rare postage stamps.

About 40 km from Muzaffarpur, Ambara Chowk is situated in Saraiya Block on the Muzaffarpur - Rewa road. It is believed to be the home village of Amrapali, the famous Nagarvadhu (courtesan) of Vaishali. Amrapali was known for her beauty.