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Karvandiya Picnic Spot: Karvandia, the former mining area of Bihar, has now become a popular picnic spot. Deep mines and water -filled pits have now become the center of attraction. This place near Sasaram is considered to be the best picnic spot from October to March.
Rajgir: Karvandia was once one of the largest mining sector in Bihar. Stones and limestone were removed from here. The stone here used to play an important role in the construction of roads, houses and buildings.
Today this area has become a popular picnic spot for people. On holidays and festivals, family and youth come here to enjoy natural views.
The scene of deep mines and huge rocks looks as if standing at a film location. This is the reason that this place is becoming very popular among the youth.
Pits filled with water look like a lake. The reflection of the sky seems as if the whole sky has come down.
The height of the rocks and the depth of water make it exciting, but is not empty of danger. This mixture makes it more special.
The peace, wind and natural scenes here attract people. People coming on picnic sit here for hours and enjoy nature.
Karvandia is not only associated with mining site but also with beliefs and folklore. This increases its historical and cultural importance.
Karvandia Mines is located in the middle of the city of Sasaram. The close railway station is Sasaram Junction (about 8 km), which is directly connected to Patna, Varanasi and Delhi. Nearby airports are Gaya (130 km) and Patna (160 km). This place can be easily accessible through NH-19 (Old GT Road) by road. At the same time, the best time to roam is the winter season from October to March.
