Darbhanga

Darbhanga is an educational center in Darbhanga district, Bihar, India, that spreads across a flat plain through which the Baghmati River flows. The landscape around the city is marked by fields, ponds, and wetlands that swell during the monsoon season.

In the 16th century, the city became the capital of the Darbhanga raj princely state and grew into an administrative hub. By the 18th century, music schools emerged here that nurtured the dhrupad tradition of the region.

The city takes its name from the Sanskrit words 'dwar' (door) and 'banga' (Bengal), reflecting its position at the entrance to the eastern region. During religious festivals, residents gather at the ghats along the river, where they perform traditional rituals and light oil lamps.

The main railway station connects the city with larger towns across the country and offers several train connections daily. The local airport sits outside the center and is served by domestic airlines.

The Anandbagh palace compound houses a museum with archaeological finds and regional crafts from the Mithila area. Visitors also find here collections of coins and manuscripts documenting local history.

Location: Darbhanga district

Elevation above the sea: 52 m

Shares border with: Muzaffarpur, Madhubani, Sitamarhi, Samastipur

Website: http://darbhanga.bih.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 26.15700,85.89951

Latest update: December 12, 2025 23:26