After a long gap of three years, The much-awaited and popular Patna Book Fair is being organized at the Gandhi Maidan by the CRD (Centre for Readership Development) from 2nd to 13th of December-2022.
The people coming to fair are joyful, enthusiastic and also nostalgic to participate at this 27th edition of Patna book fair as it is being held after a long gap. The event could not be held due to the Corona Pandemic after 2019.
“मोबाइल छोड़िए, किताब पढ़िए” (Discard Mobile Phones, Read Books) is the theme of this year book fair.
This year event has been a low-key affair because of low participation of publishers and less extra-curricular activities – may be due to covid aftermath.
Patna the capital city of Bihar has many things to see and do. Being one of the oldest cities in the world and ancient capital of great Magadha Empire Patna has a rich history and culture.
Patna is also one of the fastest growing cities with an amazing blend of modern and traditional values.
From ancient monuments to modern Identities, the city of Patna is full of sight-seeing places to explore and things to do.
So let’s explore some amazing things to see and do in Patna.
GOLGHAR
1.Golghar or Round House is perhaps the most iconic landmark in the city.Located to the north-west corner of historical ‘Gandhi Maidan’ Golghar is in fact a huge granary built by Captain John Garstin in 1786.
Golghar
This piller-less 29 meter high massive round structure looks amazing from it’s surroundings.
A pair of spiral- staircases, each having 145 steps meet at the top, from where one can have a spectacular panoramic view of the city and the river Ganga flowing nearby.
PATNA PLANETARIUM | INDIRA GANDHI PLANETARIUM
Located in the heart of city, Indira Gandhi Planetarium Is one of the largest planetariums in Asia which Patna can boast of.
Indira Gandhi planetarium
Equipped with the ‘state-of-the-art’ technology, Indira Gandhi Planetarium is one of the largest planetariums in the Asian continent attracting a large number of visitors. The annual number of its visitors makes up approximately 1 million people.
The planetarium has a dome of 16 meters with a capacity of 270 seats.
The projection of sky teeming with stars, exploring celestial mysteries, taking a tour of the universe – all these gives a spectacular mesmerizing experience to the audience.
The planetarium runs regular shows on various subjects of astronomy which are constantly updated with the latest events in astronomy and space science. Overall a very entertaining and educational experience. Indira Gandhi planetarium is located in the Indira Gandhi science complex on Bailey road near Income tax roundabout in the heart of Patna.
PATNA ZOO |SANJAY GANDHI BIOLOGICAL PARK
Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park is located is located off Bailey Road in Rajbansi Nagar amidst hustle and bustle of the city.
Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park is home to more than 800 animals representing over 70 species including Tiger, Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Hippo, Crocodile, Himalayan Bear, Lion-tailed Macaque, Leopard Cat, Hog Deer, Zebra, Emu and White Peacock including some endangered ones.
An aquarium and snake house is another attraction of the park. The aquarium has about 35 species of fish. The snake house has 32 snakes representing 5 species.
The flora consists of more than 300 species of trees, herbs and shrubs in the Botanical part of the park.
Patna Zoo is among one of the most distinguished zoos in the world which is widely acclaimed for its successful breeding programme of endangered species/animals particularly the one-horned Rhinos.
The success story of rhino-breeding put the Patna zoo on global map for rhino breeding. Today, Patna zoo has the second largest rhino population among all the biological parks in the world, next only to San Diego zoo, California.
The annual number of its visitor makes up approximately 45-55 lakhs. Zoo is a venue for both fun and learning and is quite popular among the children. Taking a boat ride in the beautiful lake in the park is also an excellent recreation and fun.
SRI KRISHNA SCIENCE CENTER
Sri Krishna Science Centre was established with a view to develop scientific attitude and temper and to create, inculcate and sustain a general awareness amongst the people.
Sri Krishna Science Center
Sri Krishna Science Center is a must see attraction in Patna where learning science is fun.
Located near south western corner of the Gandhi Maidan. Sri Krishna Science Centre is very popular among all visitors
Opening Hours
The Centre remains open for visitors from 10-30am to 6-00pm every day, except on ‘Holi’ and Diwali’.
Ticket counter closes at 5-30pm.
Entry Fees
Centre Entry Ticket
General Visitors – Rs.25.00 per head,
25 or more Visitors in a group – Rs.15.00 per head
*Students in Groups – Rs.10.00 per head,
*Govt. School Students in Group – Rs.5.00 per head
Taramandal Show Ticket
General Visitors & Students in a group – Rs 10.00 per head,
*Govt. School Students in Group – Rs.5.00 per head
Science Show Ticket
General Visitors & Students in a group – Rs 10.00 per head,
*Govt. School Students in Group – Rs.5.00 per head
3D Science Show Ticket
General Visitor – Rs 20.00 per head,
25 or more Visitors in a group – Rs.15.00 per head
*School Group – Rs. 10.00 per head
*Govt. School Students in Group – Rs.5.00 per head
Space and Astronomy Centre
General Visitors – Rs.25.00 per head,
25 or more Visitors in a group – Rs.20.00 per head
*Students in Groups – Rs.15.00 per head,
*Govt. School Students in Group – Rs.10.00 per head
(*bring a letter from the Head of the Institute is mandatory)
Entry is free for
Police and Military personnel in uniform Physically handicapped Children below 3 years
Funtasia Island Water Park
Funtasia Water Park and Hungama World are two water parks in Patna where Patnaites can beat the summer heat.Both the water parks offer amazing rides with full of excitement.
Religious slogans like “Vahe Guru Ji Da Khalsa,, Vahe Guru Ji Di Fateh”, “Satnam Shri Vahe Guru” made the atmosphere of the capital devotional.Patna is enlightened again in the celebration of ‘ 353th Parv’ of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the 10th Sikh guru, from December 31 to January 2.
The “Prabhatferi” that was taken out of the Takht Shrihari Temple Ji Patna Sahib on Saturday was worth watching. Prabhatferi, Ashok Rajpath led by “Panj Pyaron” went to Shri Guru Govind Singh Path.
For the convenience of the devotees, on Saturday, District Collector Kumar Ravi inaugurated fifteen help desks near Patna Sahib station. From here, he launched 50 e-rickshaws and 50 bus services.
Devotees are coming to Takht Sahib Gurdwara, Bal Leela Gurdwara, Guru Ka Bagh, Badi Sangat Gurudwara located at Gaighat, Kangan Ghat Tent City from the e-rickshaw. This service of vehicles is absolutely free for devotees. The District Magistrate said that 15 help desks have been set up on the routes leading to Patna Junction, Pataliputra Junction, Rajendra Nagar Terminal, Gulzarbagh Station, Patna Sahib Station, Patna Airport in the capital. Officers and personnel will be present here at all times to serve and help the devotees.
Chhath festival is being celebrated amid Corona virus threat.
Nitish Kumar, Bihar CM greeted people on the occasion of Chhath Puja and urged them to be cautious against corona virus infection. The four-day festival began on Wednesday with Nahai-Khay ritual. It will culminate on November 21 with prayers to the rising sun.
Greetings to the people of Bihar on the auspicious occasion of Mahaparv Chhath, CM Nitish Kumar said that it is essential for everyone to be aware and vigilant, Keeping in view the threat of coronavirus infection.
Bihar has reported 2,27,945 COVID-19 cases till Tuesday and 1,194 people have died due to the virus, the state health department said.
साल का पहला सूर्य ग्रहण आज, रविवार (21 जून 2020) को सुबह 10:00 बजे से शुरू हुआ है। जो दोपहर बाद 03:04 बजे तक रहेगा।सूर्यग्रहण आज लगभग छह घंटे तक जारी रहेगा। कुंडलाकार चरण (Ring of Fire) सुबह 10.19 बजे शुरू होगा और दोपहर 2.02 बजे समाप्त होगा।
आज की खगोलीय घटना ग्रीष्मकालीन संक्रांति के साथ मेल खा रही है जो उत्तरी गोलार्ध में सबसे लंबा दिन है।
पश्चिम अफ्रीका से अरब प्रायद्वीप तक एक संकरी पट्टी के साथ, भारत और दक्षिणी चीन रविवार को एक नाटकीय “आग का गोला” सूर्य ग्रहण देखेंगे।
ग्रहण का आंशिक चरण सुबह 9.16 बजे शुरू होगा। कुंडलाकार चरण सुबह 10.19 बजे शुरू होगा और दोपहर 2.02 बजे समाप्त होगा। पृथ्वी विज्ञान मंत्रालय ने कहा कि ग्रहण का आंशिक चरण अपराह्न 3.04 बजे समाप्त होगा।
सूर्य ग्रहण तब होता है जब चंद्रमा, पृथ्वी और सूर्य एक सीधी रेखा में आते हैं, पृथ्वी और सूर्य के बीच चंद्रमा होता है।
एस्ट्रोनॉमिकल सोसायटी ऑफ इंडिया ने शनिवार को कहा, “दोपहर के करीब, उत्तर भारत में एक छोटे से बेल्ट के लिए ग्रहण एक सुंदर कुंडलाकार (अंगूठी के आकार का) में बदल जाएगा क्योंकि चंद्रमा पूरी तरह से सूर्य को कवर करने के लिए पर्याप्त नहीं है।”
मुंबई के नेहरू तारामंडल के निदेशक अरविंद परांजपे ने कहा, “दिल्ली जैसी जगहों पर सुबह 11 से 11.30 बजे तक 5-7 मिनट तक अंधेरा रहेगा।”
उत्तर भारत के वे हिस्से जहाँ ग्रहण का कुंडलाकार चरण (अग्नि का गोला) दिखाई देगा, वे हैं देहरादून, कुरुक्षेत्र, चमोली, जोशीमठ, सिरसा, सूरतगढ़। देश के बाकी हिस्सों से, यह आंशिक सूर्य ग्रहण के रूप में दिखाई देगा।
हालांकि, पूर्ण सूर्य ग्रहण के विपरीत जब सूर्य पूरी तरह से एक संक्षिप्त अवधि के लिए चंद्रमा द्वारा कवर किया जाता है, तो कुंडलाकार ग्रहण के दौरान, चंद्रमा का कोणीय व्यास सूर्य की तुलना में कम हो जाता है और यह बाद वाले को पूरी तरह से कवर करने में विफल रहता है। परिणामस्वरूप चंद्रमा के चारों ओर सूर्य की डिस्क की एक अंगूठी दिखाई देती है। इसलिए, एक कुंडलाकार सूर्य ग्रहण को ‘रिंग ऑफ फायर’ के नाम से जाना जाता है।
जो लोग ग्रहण देखना चाहते हैं, उनके लिए सरकार द्वारा जारी सलाह:
• एक गिलास पर धूप का चश्मा, काले चश्मे, उजागर एक्स-रे शीट या लैंपब्लाक का उपयोग न करें। वे सुरक्षित नहीं हैं। न ही पानी की सतह पर सूर्य की छवि देख रहा है। केवल वेल्ड ग्लास नंबर 13 या नंबर 14 का उपयोग सूर्य को नग्न आंखों से सीधे देखने के लिए किया जा सकता है।
• आप कार्ड शीट में पिनहोल बना सकते हैं और इसे सूर्य के नीचे पकड़ सकते हैं। कुछ दूरी पर, श्वेत पत्र की एक स्क्रीन रखें। इस शीट पर सूर्य की छवि देखी जा सकती है। शीट और स्क्रीन के बीच के अंतर को समायोजित करके, छवि को बड़ा बनाया जा सकता है।
• झाड़ी या पेड़ की छाया देखें। पिनहोल की तरह काम करने वाले पत्तों के बीच अंतराल के साथ, ग्रहण किए गए सूर्य के कई चित्र जमीन पर देखे जा सकते हैं।
• आप पिनहोल चित्र बनाने के लिए एक झरनी का उपयोग कर सकते हैं।
• काले कागज के साथ Cover कॉम्पैक्ट ‘मेकअप किट दर्पण को कवर करें, केंद्र में एक छोटा छेद है। छाया में दूर की दीवार पर सूर्य की छवि को प्रतिबिंबित करें। आप ग्रहण किए गए सूर्य की एक अनुमानित छवि प्राप्त कर सकते हैं।
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Funtasia Water Park and Hungama World are two water parks in Patna where Patnaites can beat the summer heat.Both the water parks offer amazing rides with full of excitement.
Funtasia Water Park
Funtasia Water Park Funtasia Water Park – is the first Water park in Patna, the capital city of Bihar. Created and promoted by Takshila Seas & Resorts Pvt. Ltd., Funtasiaisland is an excellent water paradise which is appealing to people to all age groups. Spread over approx.5 acres on Sampatchak- Parsa road. It is just 9km away from Patna station. Considering the present location of the Park being in the heart of the main commercial & business centre of Bihar, the management’s Endeavour will provide the world class service to the customer at a affordable expanses. Funtasialand will definitely an ultimate destination and source of entertainment for all age groups. Often when you plan to go for a holiday, you want to visit a place which completely relaxes your body and soul so that you get a break from the daily monotonous routine and rejuvenate yourself completely to start afresh. Keeping in mind this feeling of yours, Takshila Seas & Resorts Pvt. Ltd. Invites you to the Funtasiaisland waterpark of Patna where you are offered complete relaxation. The main objective is to provide you an experience of the past along with the comforts of the present. It is a rare combination of Modern Technology and traditionalist making it a kind of place for exhilarating thrills and funs. It has different types of rides for all childrens as well as adults, not only this but it also consists of wave pool, swimming pool, restaurant, coffee shop, Souviner’s Shop, Banquet hall. Being first water park in bihar ,expected to attract lot of people from all class of life. Main attraction will be More high-speed slides, children fun items, etc. For adults, Spray guns, small slides, Elephant houses, etc.For children, specially imported from China.
This is a dream come true by the efforts of its promoters and onsite employees .
Hungama Water World
Address: Danapur Bihta Road, National Highway, Patna, Bihar 800111 Hours:
March to October – 5.00 AM to 6.00 PM
November to February – 6.00 AM to 5.00 PM
Monday Closed
Which day Patna zoo closed?
Zoo remains closed on every Monday.
Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park or Patna Zoo is a must-see attraction for the visitors who get very delightful experience of luxuriant flora & Fauna of the jungle.
Spreading over 153 acres of land area the park is classified as one of the 16 largest Zoos in the country.
Established first as a Botanical Garden in the year 1969, the park has been developed as a Biological Garden only since 1973.
Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park is home to more than 800 animals representing over 70 species including Tiger, Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Hippo, Crocodile, Himalayan Bear, Lion-tailed Macaque, Leopard Cat, Hog Deer, Zebra, Emu and White Peacock including some endangered ones.
An aquarium and snake house is another attraction of the park. The aquarium has about 35 species of fish. The snake house has 32 snakes representing 5 species.
The flora consists of more than 300 species of trees, herbs and shrubs in the Botanical part of the park.
Patna Zoo is among one of the most distinguished zoos in the world which is widely acclaimed for its successful breeding programme of endangered species/animals particularly the one-horned Rhinos.
The success story of rhino-breeding put the Patna zoo on global map for rhino breeding. Today, Patna zoo has the second largest rhino population among all the biological parks in the world, next only to San Diego zoo, California.
The annual number of its visitor makes up approximately 750000.
Zoo is a venue for both fun and learning and is quite popular among the children.
A toy train encircling all around the zoo is very popular especially among children.
Taking a boat ride in the beautiful lake in the park is also an excellent recreation and fun.
SGB Park is also a popular rendezvous with walkers, joggers and picnickers and remains the first choice for New Year revellers.
Ticket Prices for Patna Zoo
Single Ticket Child Rs. 10.00
Single Ticket Adult Rs. 30.00
Group Ticket (For Minimum 25 Students.) Student Rs. 5.00
What an idea to enjoy every season at its fullest. As every season has its beauty and charm.
However, we have to adapt ourselves with the change of seasons to stay healthy and fit.
Mid-December to mid-January is the time, Patnaites experience severe winter swept by westerly winds.
So, it’s necessary to take extra care to keep ourselves fit.
Nobody wants to be sneezing and coughing, experiencing a bout of flu, infection, bad mood sore throat, stuffy or runny nose and headache. Though, these may be symptoms of common cold, make us feel restless.
The most important thing one should do is wearing proper woollens.
When it’s very cold outside, cover your body properly. Our face, ears, nose and throat are the parts very sensitive and vulnerable to cold.
Keeping our ear, nose and face warm and covered seems to make a big difference.
Cold air, generally affects the throat first, giving us an itchy sensation with sore throat.
Gargling with half teaspoon salt in one cup of lukewarm water helps to soothe a sore throat. A vaporizer is also a good remedy to get relief from congestion caused by cold.
Besides, keep your feet warm and dry. A good pair of woollen shocks will do the job.
Boosting immune system is always a good strategy to combat cold. Taking immune-boosting nutrients like Soya, Garlic, Ginger, Turmeric, Whole Grains, Nuts especially Almonds, Yogurt, Fish, Red bell peppers and Citrus Fruits are the top immune booster.
Besides, eating a diet high in fibers is always good.
Taking vitamin C is good for reducing the length and severity of symptoms.
Drink plenty of water. In winter, we generally feel less thirsty and drink less water. However, it doesn’t mean that our body requires less water. So drinking sufficient water is necessary for smooth functioning of our body systems and also for removing toxins from our body.
Keep your hands clean by washing thoroughly with soap and water. Don’t share personal items as colds and flu are highly contagious.
Keep away from eating and drinking such things, which aggravate cold symptoms in winter.
