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Tirhut division, Bihar

Muzaffarpur

The litchi capital of India and the hub of north Bihar.

Headquarters
Muzaffarpur
Population (2011)
4,801,062
Area
3,173 km²

Overview

Muzaffarpur is the largest city of north Bihar and the centre of the Tirhut division. The district is famous for Shahi Litchi, which has a GI tag, and for Sujini embroidery, a quilting tradition also protected by a GI tag.

The young revolutionary Khudiram Bose was tried and executed in Muzaffarpur in 1908.

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Places to see in Muzaffarpur

  • Baba Garib Nath Temple

Historical & religious sites

  • Khudiram Bose memorial

Famous local food

  • Shahi Litchi

Art, culture & festivals

  • Sujini embroidery

Local products & businesses

  • Shahi Litchi (GI tag)
  • Sujini embroidery (GI tag)

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Travel information

Official district website

Check official sources for current timings, fees and road conditions before you travel.

Nearby

Districts bordering Muzaffarpur:

Darbhanga East Champaran Gopalganj Samastipur Saran Sitamarhi Vaishali
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