Kishanganj Tourism
Best Time to Visit Kishanganj
Due to humid climatic condition it is always better to explore the city during spring and early winter seasons. May is a month when this region observes maximum temperature of 41°C while minimum temperature goes down to less than 1 °C in January month. Almost 80% of total rainfall in Kishanganj is observed during monsoons. Average annual rainfall is 2250mm. October to April is assumed perfect time for visit to the city for fun and exploration.
Helplines and Important Contact Numbers
Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation
(A Govt.of Bihar Undertaking)
Bir Chand Patel Path,
Patna.
PIN-800 001.
Bihar. India.
Phone: +91-612-2225411,
Fax: +91-612-2506218.
Email: bihartourism.bstdc@gmail.com
Web Site: https://bstdc.bih.nic.in/
District Magistrate & Collector
Kishanganj District
Phone No:- (06456) 222530(O), (R) 222246
E-mail:- dm-kishanganj.bih@nic.in
Tourist Information Center in Kishanganj
Md Sirajul Hassan
District Informatic Associate
Kishanganj District
Phone No:- (06456) 222958
E-mail:- bihkis@nic.in
Famous Tourist Destinations In & Around Kishanganj
Kishanganj Fort: Ruins of Kishanganj Fort built by the erstwhile Nawab of Khagada, Mohammed Fakiruddin still exists in the outskirts of Kishanganj city. Visitors of this fort come to know of the golden past of this region like how Kishanganj—the then Nepalgarh—was captured from Nepal during Mughal period. Leaflets of history explain how this region became part of India during Mughal Emperor Shah Alam’s rule who had appointed Mohammed Raza at this region called Surajapur during which period to administer the region.
Historic Khagra Mela: Khagara
is an important landmark in Kishanganj. It was used as administrative
headquarters of Kishanganj during Nawab’s rule before colonial British
period. Historic annual Khagara Mela is organized here that
remains a major attraction for almost two months every year while the
festival continues with too much fun fare.
Ruins of Churli Estate: Located
on the outskirts of border block of Kishanganj called Thakurganj, ruins
of erstwhile Churli Estate is an attraction of sorts. Currently in
dilapidated condition, this erstwhile Haveli is a famous landmark and
major tourist attraction in this region.
Kachuudah Lake: Nature’s
gift to citizens of Kishanganj District, beautiful Kachuudah Lake is
located at a distance of 40 kilometers form the district headquarters,
Kishanganj city. It is worth visiting as it welcomes good number of
migratory birds and so is it temporary home of many birds. Bird lovers
can explore this lake to the best extent.
Nehru Shanti Park: Kishanganj
city houses famous Nehru Shanti Park where good collection of flowers
keeps it apart. Huge Buddha statue in its center is worth noticing.
Famous Religious Places to Visit in Kishanganj
HarGauri Temple: Located in Thakurganj border block, ancient HarGauri Temple is an important religious landmark in Kishanganj District. This temple exists since more than a century now. The then Zamindar of Tagore Estate had built this temple centuries ago upon finding a co-joined Mahadev and Parvati statue built from single stone at a place where temple exists today. It is said that the Zamindar had taken that statue to Benaras but he was communicated through a dream by Lord Mahadeva to return back and keep that at a place where it was found. Since then a huge temple exists at this place where countless devotees come every day. Rush becomes high during Shiv Ratri festival.
Ruidhasa Khanquah: Located in Khanquah-Baghicha Road in headquarters of Kishanganj District in the Kishanganj city, this Khanqauh is an ancient religious center. A Muslim saint used to stay at this place centuries ago whose grave is still there. Devotees flock here to worship.
Kadam Rasul Mazaar: As majority of inhabitants in Kishanganj are Muslims hence presence of beautiful mosques is obvious. Dargah or Mazaar of Kadam Rasul is famous shrine in this district. The area nearby a revered Muslim Saint’s grave is named after it as Kadam Rasul market. The gatherings become too much during the annual Urs held here.
How to Reach Kishanganj ?
District headquarters of Kishanganj District, Kishanganj city is well connected through road, railways and airways networks. National Highway 31 crosses through the city to link northeastern states as well as West Bengal with the Kishanganj city and rest parts of Bihar. Several other roads have been built to connect this area with the nearby cities. Kishanganj Railway Station is a famous railway station in this region operated by Northeast Frontier Railway Division where trains for all major destinations in the country halt. Bagdogra International Airport in the adjacent Darjeeling District of West Bengal is located at a distance of 90 kilometers from Kishanganj. This airport connects the area with major domestic and a few international destinations like Guwahati, New Delhi, Kolkata and Bhutan amongst others. Kishanganj city facilitates visitors city buses, auto and cycle-rickshaw services for traveling.
Where to Stay in Kishanganj ?
Being the gateway of nearby Queen of Hills—Darjeeling and northeastern tourist destinations besides its own tourist values, Kishanganj welcomes its visitors with best of accommodation possible. Such hotels are affordable and so do they give best comfort and luxury options to guests. All hotels offer basic amenities like internet, parking and local transportation besides excellent multi-cuisines to offer variety in foods served.
Hotel Highway
Address: 43, Dinajpur Road, near Bengal Bus Stand, Kishanganj
Kishanganj-855107
Phone: (06456) 222672
Raj Hotel
Address: Main Road Bahadurganj, Kishanganj
Phone: Not Available
Khan Hotel
Address: Main Market, Kishanganj
Kishanganj
Hotel Puja
Address: Mahavir Marg, Kochadhaman, Kishanganj
Kishanganj
Kamaljit Line Hotel
Address: Barodhia, Po. Hatwar, Ps. Chakulia, Dist. Uttar Dinajpur, near Mahesh Bathna, Kishanganj
West Bengal—733209
Barodhia Line Hotel
Address: Po:- Hatwar, National Highway 31, Belan,
West Bengal, Near Kishanganj
Where to Shop in Kishanganj ?
Local markets in Kishanganj city and the cities of Thakurganj and Bahadurganj offer excellent means to buy variety of products from clothes to handicraft items for gifts and or groceries et al. There are many shops selling variety of handicraft items. Narendra Stationery Stores at Neemchand Road, Kishanganj; Anand Cloth Stores & Grocery Stores at Bazaar Chowk, Kishanganj; Bata Shoe Store at Saudagar Patti, Kishanganj and PGI Retail Stores at Dharamshaala Road, Kishanganj are some of the best choices to shop variety of items during visits.