Gol Ghar

Golghar, an enormous granary, was built by Captain John Garstin for British army in 1786, after the terrible impact of 1770 famine. The winding stairway around this monument offers a brilliant view of the city and the Ganga flowing nearby. 

It is pillar-less with a wall of thickness of 3.6 m at the base height of 29 m.. One can climb at the top of the Golghar through the 145 steps of its spiral stairway around it. The spiral staircase was designed to facilitate the passage of the workers who deliver their load through a hole at the top, and descend the other stairs.

At a Glance

Gol Ghar, meaning “Round House,” is an iconic granary built by the British in 1786 to store food grains during famines. This massive dome-shaped structure stands at 29 meters (96 feet) tall and offers a panoramic view of Patna from the top.

Visitors can climb the spiral staircase, which has 145 steps, to enjoy breathtaking views of the Ganga River and Patna city. Though never used for its intended purpose due to a design flaw, Gol Ghar remains a fascinating historical landmark.

Best Time To Visit :September to April.

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