Patna Heritage Walk : Exploring 19th Century Gothic Rizwan Castle

Price - Rs 250/Person

Explorer - Mr.Anand Kumar

Contact Details for Enquery Or Booking - 9674917877 / 7033000393

 

““My heritage has been my grounding, and it has brought me peace.” – Maureen O’Hara

 

During the 17th century, Patna became a centre of international trade. In 1620, the English East India Company established a factory in Patna for trade in calico and silk. Soon it became a trading centre for saltpetre. Francois Bernier, in Travels in the Mogul Empire, AD 1656–1668, says, "It [saltpetre] is carried down the Ganges with great facility, and the Dutch and English send large cargoes to many parts of the Indies, and to Europe". This trade encouraged other Europeans, principally the French, Danish, Dutch and Portuguese, to compete in the lucrative business. Peter Mundy, writing in 1632, described Patna as "the greatest mart of the eastern region".

 

During this tour, we will visit the Mahavir Temple and the Rizwan Castle.

 

The Mahavir Temple was originally established by Swami Balanand around 1730 AD. The Mahavir Mandir Trusts have the second highest budget in North India after the famous Maa Vaishno Devi shrine.

 

The Rizwan Castle is one of the oldest heritage sites in Patna. This structure was built in the year 1890. In 1912, during the Patna Congress, Mahatma Gandhi was known to have stayed in this castle.

 

 

Meeting Time: 7:15 am

Meeting Point: In front of Mahavir Temple Gate, Patna

Nearest Railway Station: Patna Junction Railway Station

Walk led by Mr Anand Kumar and Team LetUsGo

Medium: Bilingual (English/Hindi)

 

 

 

Contact at: 7033000393 (Mr. Anand Kumar, Sr. Explorer of LetUsGo)

Email us: info.letusgo@gmail.com

 

• Parking facilities are not available near the meeting point, hence we recommend that you use public transport.

• No entry fees.

• Please wear comfortable shoes and carry water and an umbrella or raincoat.

• Photography allowed.