Things to do in Athmalgola, Bihar
Athmalgola, a town situated in the district of Patna in Bihar. It is located along the Ganges River, 30 miles south-east of Patna, the state capital.
5 places to visit in and around Athmalgola, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 2Odantapuri
Odantapuri was a prominent Buddhist monastic university in what is now Bihar Sharif in Bihar, India. It is believed to have been established by the Pala ruler Gopala I in the 8th century.
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- 5Telhara monastery
Telhara was a Buddhist monastic establishment in Nalanda district of Bihar, India dating back to the 1st-century CE and active till at least the 12th-century CE. It is notable as it has been mentioned in the travelogues of Chinese monks including Xuanzang.
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Best time to visit Athmalgola
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 16°C | 9 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 20°C | 14 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 26°C | 9 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 32°C | 15 mm |
| May | Hot | 35°C | 53 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 34°C | 156 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 30°C | 276 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 29°C | 226 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 28°C | 186 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 26°C | 53 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 21°C | 3 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 17°C | 3 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Athmalgola
- Nearest railway station: Barhauna (BADH), 4 km away.
- Nearest airport: Jayprakash Narayan Airport (PAT), 47 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Athmalgola costs
- Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Athmalgola is not included.
Compare Athmalgola with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athmalgola | – | Oct–Mar | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Bihar Sharif | 14 km | Oct–Mar | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Nalanda | 16 km | Oct–Mar | 17 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Pawapuri | 24 km | Oct–Mar | 15 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Rajgir | 27 km | Oct–Mar | 16 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Athmalgola; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Athmalgola?
The best known are Nalanda mahavihara, Odantapuri, Jain temple, Kundalpur, Jal Mandir, Telhara monastery.
When is the best time to visit Athmalgola?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Athmalgola?
Nearest railway station: Barhauna (BADH), 4 km away. Nearest airport: Jayprakash Narayan Airport (PAT), 47 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Athmalgola cost?
Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Athmalgola is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.