Barh — Travel Guide
Barh, is a town and subdivision in Patna district of Bihar, India. It is located on the southern bank of the Ganges River, 34 miles (55 km) south-east of Patna, the state capital. The town is low-lying and was frequently flooded by the Ganges before the Bandh Road was constructed. The Hindi word for a flood is barh, and it has been alternatively suggested as the etymological origin of the name.[citation needed] Other sources suggest that the first sitting of the Bar in India was held here in 1884. Before this event the name of the town was Umanath Nagar, after the local Umanath Temple. After the event, the town began to be called Bar.
The best time to do so are the months of October through February.
BY FLIGHT
Barh does not have an airport. Nearest airport is Patna Airport.
barh - 53 km away
BY TRAIN
You can easily get regular trains to Barh from other major cities of the country.
Shopping in Barh is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Barh to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Barh means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Barh is the most important activities among the tourists.
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