Introduction
Aurangabad district is
situated on the Grand Trunk Road. The National Highway-2 passes through the
district connecting it to Delhi in the north and West Bengal in the east.
Obra is famous for its carpet and blanket industry. The carpet-weaving
tradition here can be traced back to the 15th century with its main hub today
being village Koriepur.
India’s freedom struggle had many a participant from Aurangabad, and ‘Bihar
Vibhuti’ Anugrah Narayan Sinha, a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi and
Rajendra Prasad, hailed from the district. Sinha was also a member of the
Constituent Assembly that wrote the Indian Constitution. In post-Independence
days, he served the state as its first finance minister
Places of Interest
Deo Sun Temple
Built in 8th century AD by Chandravanshi King Bhairavendra Singh, this is one
of the ancient Sun temples of the country. Reference to the temple can also be
found in Puranas and other religious texts. The lOO-ft high temple resembles
the temple at Konark in its architectural form. A unique thing about the Deo
temple is that it faces west unlike the traditional Sun temples which face
east. Needless to say, Deo is the place where Chhath, Bihar’s most sacred festival
devoted to the Sungod,can be best seen.
Daud Khan Fort
This fort is situated at Daudnagar, on the eastern bank of the river Sone. It
was founded by Doud Khan, governor of Bihar under the 17th century Mughal
emperor Aurangazeb. Governor Doud is said to have stopped and taken rest at the
place on his way back from a conquest, and fonded the town named after him.
Later, Aurangazeb granted Daudnagar to him. There are an mosque and many
‘sarais’, built by Daud Khan as well his grandson Ahmed Khan, in the town.
Fairs & festivals
Deo Mahotsava is organised every year near the famous Deo Sun Temple. The
two-day extravaganza is held in the month of February-March with artistes,
local as well as those of national repute, showcasing their art during the
fest. The Mahotsava is also listed in the state tourism calendar.
Jamhor,three km from Aurangabad’s Anugrah Narayan Road railway station,is the
most sacrosanct place after Gaya for Hindus for offering ‘pindsdaan’ to their
forefathers.The place is situated on the bank of river Punpun.
HOW TO REACH
Nearest Airport
Bodh Gaya International Airport
102 Km form Aurangabad
Jayaprakash Narayan International Airport Patna
126 Km form Aurangabad
By Rail: (Rail Route Map)
Nearest railhead
Anugrah Narayan Road
14 Km from the district HQ
Rafiganj
20 km From the district HQ
By Road:
Regular bus services-both private and government-from Patna.
Where to Stay:
Hotels, Rest houses and Dharmshalas in the Aurangabad Town.
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Rooms (Rs.550)
Non-Ac Rooms (Rs.250 Single; Rs.350 Double)
Hotel Royal Phones No : +91 93045 01479
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Local Transport:
Auto rickshaws, Cycle-rickshaws, tangas.
In Emergency, Contact
District Magistrate: 06186-223167 (Off), 223168 (Res)
Superintendent of Police: 06186-223175 (Off), 223195 (Res)
Town Police Station: +91 94318 22231
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Medical Emergencies,Contact
Sadar Hospital: 06186-223183
Dr. Ramashish Singh (Physician): +91 94312 56220
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Dr. Anil Kumar Singh (Surgeon): +91 94312 78953
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Tourist Season
October – November as lakhs of devotees throng the Deo Sun Temple during the
period to observe Chhath.
February-April when Dep Mahotsav is organised.
Clothing:
Light cotton in summer and woolen in winter (specially during November to
January).
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