About Patna
The city of Patna used to be known as Pataliputra in ancient times, has a long lost history attached to it. Patna is situated on the southern end of the river Ganga. The city is blessed with rich fertile soils due to the presence of Ghaghara, Gandak, Punpun and Sone.
The city has a long historical ties dating back to the 493 B.C. The name of the city was given by the great Magadha king Ajathashatru, who fortified the then called Pataligrama. Udayi, the son of great ruler Ajathashatru succeeded the dynasty and transformed the village into a town, known as Pataliputra. A number of rulers seated and ruled on the throne of Pataliputra, some of them were the Haryanka, Nanda, Gupta, Mauryan, Pala, Sunga and Suri’s. Many foreign wonders like Fa-Hien and Megantheses had visited paltiputra.
Patna is known for its religious significance. The city is world renowned for its ties to the Buddhism and houses Buddhist relics. The city is a holy place for Sikhs, as many of the Sikh Gurus were born here. Nalanda university is one of the oldest educational institutions in the world is situated in the city. Patna is famous for the Mahatma Gandhi setu, which is the longest river bridge in the country. The bridge is located on the colossal Ganga River.
Patna is well connected by different modes of transport and has the Loknayak Jayaprakash Airport nationally and internationally. The madubani paintings and traditionally weaved saris are an inevitable buy for the travellers who visit the city. Local delicacies like litti chokha, milk pedas and chaats are a treat for the travellers. The city promises you an enticing experience by taking you back through the sands of time.
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Top 10 Places to Visit in Patna
Gandhi Sangrahalaya, Bihar
1.5 km from Patna - See map
Gandhi Sangrahalaya is located on the northwest corner of the famous Gandhi Maidan. The museum highlights the role of the father of nation in the...
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Golghar, Bihar
1.7 km from Patna - See map
Golghar or Gol Ghar is a granary located to the west of Gandhi Maidan. Captain John Garstin built the architectural marvel; in 1786.The, purpose...
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Patna Museum, Bihar
2.4 km from Patna - See map
The Patna Museum houses an impressive collection of Mauryan and Gupta stone sculptures. The museum contains an unusual collection of historical...
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Folk Art Museum, Bihar
2.6 km from Patna - See map
Folk Art Museum located at Bharatiya Nritya Kala Mandir in 1963.The Folk art museum houses folk musical instruments, costumes and jewellery. The...
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ISKCON Temple Patna, Bihar
2.7 km from Patna - See map
ISKCON Temple Patna is magnificent spiritual centre is situated on the Buddha marg. The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna been started by...
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Srikrishna Science Centre, Bihar
2.8 km from Patna - See map
Srikrishna Science Centre is named after a former chief minister of the state and was established in the year 1978. The science centre is a place...
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Buddha Smriti Park, Bihar
3 km from Patna - See map
Buddha Smriti Park is dedicated to lord Buddha and was inaugurated by dalai lama in the year 2010.At the park dalai lama planted two scared bodhi...
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Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park, Bihar
6.2 km from Patna - See map
Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park Is located on the bailey road in the heart of Patna city. The park is one of the largest in India and opened its...
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Patan Devi Temple, Bihar
8.7 km from Patna - See map
Patan Devi Temple is situated at Maharajganj, which is approximately six miles towards the east of Patna railway station. The temple is divided...
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Agam Kuan, Bihar
8.9 km from Patna - See map
The word Agam Kuan means "unfathomable well", is said to date back to the period of Maurya emperor, Asoka. He used the well to torturing people....
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Phulwari Sharif, Bihar
9.5 km from Patna - See map
The Phulwari Sharif has strings attached to the Sufi culture. The Phulwari Sharif is a hub of religious, cultural and social activities for Sufis....
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Begu Hajjam Mosque, Bihar
9.5 km from Patna - See map
Begu Hajjam Mosque is on the eastern end of Khajekalan Ghat. It was constructed under the Husain dynasty, under the orders of Alauddin Hussain...
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