The local delicacies of Patna

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The cuisine of Patna is a mix of Bihari, Bhojpuri, Maithil, and Magahi cuisine. The natives are mostly vegetarian here because of the influence of Buddhism and Hindu values of non-violence.

Among the non-vegetarian dishes, fish is very common because of the presence of a number of rivers in the region.

People like to eat seasonal food in Patna and rest of Bihar. Let’s discuss some of the traditional delicacies of Patna.

Litti Chokha

Litti Chokha
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Litti Chokha is a traditional dish of Bihar and Jharkhand. There are two main components of this dish- Litti and Chokha. Litti is made from wheat flour and dry roasted in firewood. Chokha is the minced vegetable. Generally, people make chokha from brinjal. Cooking over firewood gives an exceptional taste to this dish.

Kesar Peda

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Kesar Peda is a sweet dish made from thickened milk and saffron. The Bihari version of this dish is mildly sweet and mostly the sweetness is because of milk only. It is a must-have dish in Patna.

Chana Ghugni

Chana Ghugni
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It is a dish made from black chickpeas. Chana Ghugni is mainly prepared during winter as the chickpeas give warmth to the body. People make both dry and curried version of this dish. It is usually served as a side dish with chapati or rice.

Posta-dana ka halwa

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Posta or Khus is a seed from lemongrass family. It is a nutritional plant with use in medicine, food, flavoring, skincare, perfumes, etc. The locals make a sweet dish from the Posta or Khus seeds by adding milk, sugar, butter, and dry fruits.

The dish imparts a minty feel in the throat, which distinguishes it from other types of halwa.

Sattu Paratha

Sattu Paratha
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Sattu Paratha is a very common dish of Bihar. Roasted gram flour along with local spices are stuffed in Paratha and then shallow fried. People prepare this dish in both sweet and savory variant.

You can also hire a cab in Patna on day rental and enjoy your food trail.

Useful Links-

Patna: One day trip planner

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Tezpur: One day trip planner

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A fast-growing city on the banks of Brahmaputra river, Tezpur is also the cleanest city of Assam. One can spend countless days in the peaceful and green environment of this city, but if you have only a days time, you can visit the following places-

Bhairabi Mandir

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It is an ancient hillock steeped in Hindu Mythology. You can find here many ancient sculptures and viewpoints.

Address: Mahabhairab, Tezpur, Assam 784001, India

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next destination: Padum Pukhuri, 12 minutes drive

Padum Pukhuri

Padum Pukhuri
Glimpse of Paddum Pukhuri Lake Park

Padum Pukhuri is a lake park and recreational area. It is a good place to eat and relax in a natural environment.

Address: Chowk Bazar Road, Mahabhairab, Tezpur, Assam 784001, India

Visiting time: 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next destination: Agnigarh, 6 minutes drive

Agnigarh

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Agnigarh is a fortress built by Banasura to keep his daughter Usha in isolation. People believed that anyone who tried to approach this place was burnt into ashes and that is why it is called Agnigarh (Agni meaning fire and Garh means fort).

Address: Mahabhairab, Tezpur, Assam 784001, India

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next destination: Chitralekha Udyan, 5 minutes drive

Chitralekha Udyan

Chitralekha Udyan
Glimpse of ornate plants of Chitralekha Udyan

Also known as Cole Park, Chitralekha Udyan is a picturesque park located amidst the city center.

Address: Mahabhairab, Tezpur, Assam 784001, India

Visiting time: 10:00 AM to 07:00 PM

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next destination: Mahabhairab Temple, 10 minutes drive

Mahabhairab Temple

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People believe that the Mahabhairab temple by King Bana during the prehistoric time. The temple is located on a hillock with a mesmerizing surrounding.

Address: Mahabhairab, Tezpur, Assam 784001, India

Contact: +91 91371220005

Time to spend: 1.5 hours

You can also rent a car in Tezpur and enjoy hassle-free sightseeing.

Route plan

One day in Tezpur
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How to reach Kollam

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Kollam is a beautiful city in the Kerala state of India. It has been serving as an important port for international trade for centuries. Apart from being an important trading center, Kollam is an also a great tourist destination.

If you are planning to visit Kollam, here is the discussion about possible options to reach Kollam and which route is suitable.

Reaching Kollam by air

There is no direct airport in Kollam. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram international airport which is about 75 kilometers far from the city center.

If you are an international traveler, you can choose to reach Kollam by air and land at Thiruvananthapuram airport. From here, you can book a taxi to reach Kollam.

If you are a domestic traveler, you can directly reach the Kollam via road or railway route from your city.

Reaching Kollam by train

Kollam is well connected with major cities of India via train. There are regular trains to Kollam Junction (QLN) and Eravipuram (IRP) railway station. You can halt at either of the stations and take local transport (taxi or auto-rickshaw) to reach your stay.

Reaching Kollam by road

The road to Kollam is pretty good and you get to see the coastal region en-route. There are frequent state transport and private tour buses heading to Kollam. You can also choose to self-drive or hire a private cab to reach Kollam.

We suggest preferring private cab because if you are not familiar with the local language (Malayalam), you might find difficulty in communicating with natives.

Thevally Palace
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Impressive sites in Kollam

Here are some great sites which you must visit on your Kollam trip-

  1. Cheena Kottaram
  2. Thevally Palace
  3. Kollam beach
  4. Thirumullavaram beach
  5. Asramam adventure park

Useful links-

Sites to visit on one day Kollam trip

Places to visit near Kollam

Kollam: Food tour

Kollam: History and cultural tour