Magadh division, Bihar
Aurangabad
Home of the Sun Temple at Deo, one of Bihar's great centres of Chhath worship.
- Headquarters
- Aurangabad
- Population (2011)
- 2,540,073
- Area
- 3,303 km²
Overview
Aurangabad lies in south-western Bihar between the Son river and the Jharkhand border. The district is best known for the Sun Temple at Deo, which draws very large numbers of devotees during Chhath.
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Places to see in Aurangabad
- Deo Sun Temple
- Umga hill temples
Historical & religious sites
- Deo Sun Temple
Art, culture & festivals
- Chhath Puja at Deo
Festivals & Rituals
Chhath Puja: The Festival That Connects Every Bihari
Travel information
Check official sources for current timings, fees and road conditions before you travel.