Paduka Darshan

4.6

Location: Location: Munger Fort, Munger, Bihar 811201, India

Estimated Visiting Time: 1-2 Hours

Paduka Darshan is located in Munger under the state of Bihar, India. It is located near the Munger Fort. Paduka Darshan is a branch of the Bihar Yoga School, which is located near the bank of the holy Ganges, where many religious works are performed and where people also come to meditate and find eternal peace. It is the best place for experiencing ancient Sannyasa tradition or darshan and ancient Vedic rituals.

Attraction

You can also see Munger fort here. It is located beside Paduka Darshan. Munger Fort is one of the most popular and historical Forts in Bihar and India.

History

Swami Niranjanananda built this Paduka Darshan. It is one of the most popular sannyasa peeth of Bihar. The other name of Paduka Darshan is Ananda Bhavan.

Paduka Darshan was founded in 1963.

Inside/Outside Views

Flanked by Mother Ganga, the Paduka Darshan Ashram offers the opportunity to experience the holistic approach of Darshan Yoga. One of the best times to visit this abode of sannyasins is the Chaturmas period, which starts with the culmination of the yearly Guru Poornima observation. On a personal account, I find the overcast weather to be the most pleasant time to visit Munger city.

Opening Hours

Paduka Darshan opens for visitors every day at 8:00 AM in the morning and closes at 10:00 PM at night. It remains open during the public holidays also.

Entry & Others Fees

There is no entry fee needed to enter Paduka Darshan. It is free of cost.

Near Restaurants

Near Hotels

Raj Palace (1.8 km away from Kastaharni Ghat)
OYO 49975 Hotel Apex (2.0 km away from Kastaharni Ghat)
Hotel Namita Munger (1.8 km away from Kastaharni Ghat)
Dewdrop Yash Raj (12.2 km away from Kastaharni Ghat)
Hotel Kartik Residency (12.2 km away from Kastaharni )

How to Reach

By Air: You can reach Paduka Darshan by air. The closest airport to Munger city is Loknayak Jayaprakash airport which is too near Paduka Darshan. It is an international airport. So you can get both domestic and international flights from here. If you really want a comfortable journey you can go to Paduka Darshan by air.

By Train: This place can be visited by train also. The closest railway station from Paduka Darshan is Monghyr. It is 1.7 km away from Paduka Darshan. If you want a peaceful journey you can try it. From the station, you can hire a taxi or cab and can reach your destination Paduka Darshan.

By Road: This city is also visited via road. The roads of the city are so well. In Munger, you can find various kinds of local transport services as well as buses, taxis or cabs. In Munger city, bus services are so good and the people of the city use bus services for travel within the city. You can also hire private transport like a taxi or cab and easily reach your selected place Paduka Darshan.

Tips for Travellers

You should carry water bottles and the necessary things that you needed the most.

FAQ

Que-01: Is this place safe to visit?

Ans: Yes, this place is totally safe to visit. This is a hassle-free place.

But there is a local police station near Paduka Darshan for your needs. If you need any help, you can turn to them.

Location: 9FF9+QQ2, Belan Bazar, Munger, Bihar 811201, India

Que-02: Is photography allowed inside Paduka Darshan?

Ans: Yes, photography is allowed in Paduka Darshan and it is free. You don’t need to pay a charge for it.

Que-03: Is a parking zone available in Paduka Darshan?

Ans: No, there is no parking zone available in Paduka Darshan. You have to park your vehicles at the hotel where you are staying or you can hire any parking area from somewhere.

Que-04: Best time to visit Paduka Darshan:

Ans: Paduka Darshan can be visited at any time throughout the year. But the best time to visit Paduka Darshan is in the month of January. In January the temperature of the city remains favorable. Not so cool or not so hot. You can make your trip very comfortable this time. In the season summer, the weather in the city remains too hot. So January is the best time to visit the Paduka Darshan.