Ramchaura Mandir The
Ramchaura Mandir is a Hindu Temple in the city of Hajipur, Bihar. Dedicated to
Lord Ram. As per local folklore, it is said to have been in existence since the Ramayana period and Shri Ram is believed to have visited this place on his way to Janakpur, where his footprints are worshiped. The Ramchaura Mandir has a tradition of celebrating
Rama Navami, on the birth anniversary of Shri Rama. A small fair is also organised on the eve of Rama Navami. Archeological objects excavated from Ramchaura are kept at the
Patna Museum.
Pataleshwar Mandir Dedicated to
Lord Shiva,
Pataleshwar Mandir is located at Hajipur. Since, the ancient period Shiva is believed to be in the form of
Lingam here. The worship of the
Shiva-Linga originated from the famous hymn in the
Atharva-Veda Samhita sung in praise of the Yupa-Stambha.
Bateshwarnath Nath Temple Bateshwar Nath Temple, Bihar Bateshwar Nath Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in Dhandua village, Basantpur Panchayat, Hajipur, Vaishali district, Bihar, India. The temple is situated approximately 28 km from the district headquarters of Vaishali. As per local folklore, the temple has existed since the Mughal period and is believed to have miraculously appeared at the center of a thousand-year-old banyan tree. The temple's origins are associated with an intriguing legend that suggests it was self-constructed. The temple holds a significant place in the religious and cultural landscape of the region. Every year, it hosts the Basant Panchami festival (February–March) with great enthusiasm. Additionally, a month-long fair is organized on the occasion of Mahashivratri, attracting devotees and visitors from nearby areas. Surrounded by vast agricultural fields, the temple offers a serene and spiritual atmosphere, making it a notable destination for those seeking peace and devotion. Recognizing its historical and religious significance, the Bihar Government has approved a project to develop the site into a recognized historical and tourist attraction. The temple is currently managed by Bateshwar Nath Vikash Seva Sansthan, an NGO, under the leadership of Mithilesh Kumar Singh, an advocate and the secretary of the organization.
Kaunhaara Ghat It is considered one of the main ghats of Ganga—Gandak, where worshiping and cremation has been performed for centuries. This ghat received its name based on an ancient legend. According to this legend, "The famous fight of
Gaja (elephant)-
Graah (crocodile), which is well covered in Indian scriptures, is the reason behind people asking -kaun haara. Hence the name-
Kaunhara ghat. Scriptures tell that
Lord Vishnu had to interfere in the fight to save his devotee Gajaraj, who was being drowned by a crocodile. Both Gaja and Graah were
gandharvas. But due to some curse, they became Gaja and Graah. Lord Vishnu killed Graah to give him instant salvation, and saved the life Of Gajaraj." The depiction of fighting Gaja—Graah is an emblem for the city and is prominently shown on the Hajipur railway station's dome and other notable places.
Jami Masjid Jami Masjid is one of the states' oldest mosques erected in 1587 AD during the Mughal rule by Makhsus Shah, the contemporary governor of Bihar Sharif according to
Akbarnamah. The remarkable monument is a spectacular example of Indo-Persian architecture, the central dome being larger than the others.
Sonepur Cattle Fair Located opposite Hajipur is a place of Sonepur where the thirty-night-long
Sonepur Cattle Fair is held every year starting from
Kartik full moon day. The place goes lively at the onset of winter with the mass holy deep in
river Gandak by Hindu at Kaun—haara Ghat. Being claimed as the biggest animal fair in Asia.
Government of Bihar's Department of Rural Development,
Department of Agriculture organises training and exhibitions. The visitors can stay in hotels at Hajipur or they can hire luxury
Swiss cottages erected on sand dunes beside river Gandak. The tent and cottages are provided by
Department of State Tourism.
Vaishali Mahotsava The ancient village of
Vaishali is located 35 km North—West of Hajipur. The place can be reached by road and offers many archaeological places to see which includes
Buddha Stupa,
Pillars of Ashoka, Abhishek
Puskarani (coronation Tank of
Vajjika rulers). Vaishali Mahotsava is held every year on
Baisakh Purnima (Full Moon Day of 1st Hindu Month) during mid-April to celebrate the birth anniversary of 24th
Jain Tirthankar—
Mahavir who was born here in the village
Kundalpur, 4 km from Vaishali. The soil of this land is blessed by the visit of
Buddha twice during the 3rd century BC.
Museums Deep Narayan Singh Museum was established in 1979. == Education ==