Mera Apna Bihar

Patna Museum is the state museum of the Indian state of Bihar. Built in 1917 during the British Raj to house the historical artefacts found in the vicinity of Patna,it is in the style of Mughal and Rajput architecture and is known locally as the Jadu Ghar.Patna MuseumLocation of Patnain Bihar, IndiaOpen: 10.30 am- 4.30 pmDays: Tues- Sun Items on display in the multipurpose museum include archaeological objects, coins, art objects, paintings, instruments, textiles, paintings, thankas, bronze... Read full post

Location: Situated in the heart of the town of Gandhi Maidan, Gaya.Gaya Museum- Gaya, 206 km from Patna, is an ancient Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage site. On view are ancient sculptures, bronzes and terracotta. There is a section on numismatics, the decorative arts, paintings, manuscripts, arms and armoury, geology and natural history.Gaya, 206 Km from Patna is an ancient Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage site.It is believed that Vishnu's sacred footprint is preserved in the vishnupad temple. On... Read full post

Summary
District - GayaCommissionery - MagadhHeadquarter - GayaSub-Division - Gaya Sadar, Sherghati, TekariPopulation - 26, 64,803 (27 Lacs)Area - 4,941 Sq. KmSea Level - 113 MeterTemperature -Summer: 46°C - 18°CWinter: 20°C– 4°CBest Season - November – FebruaryRoad Route - 112 Km from PatnaRail Route - Main Railway Station – Patna, GayaNearest Railway Station – Gaya (16 Km),(458 km from Kolkata; 220 km from Varanasi; 589 km from Puri)Air Route - Main... Read full post

Source: timesofindia
PATNA: In a first, the glorious history of Rajgir would be depicted through a laser show. Anyone in Rajgir can enjoy the show on December 20, the last day of the three-day Rajgir festival."We have decided to showcase the glorious past of Rajgir through a laser show, which will be visible from all sides in the ancient city. This show would be shown on the hills of Rajgir to have a clear visibility from all sides on December 20 night," said director, Bihar tourism, Vinay... Read full post

Vinay Kumar IAS, director, Department of Tourism, Government of Bihar spoke to Joy Roy Choudhury of the dept’s major plans
 
What are the major tourism infrastructure development projects being implemented in the state now?
For the first time, a comprehensive Tourism Policy has been formulated and is being implemented. Tourism has been accorded the status of industry in the state, and a Tourism Protection Force shall be in existence very shortly. Very serious... Read full post

Sonepur Mela is the one of largest cattle fairs of the world. It is a historical and ancient event celebrated every year on bank of pious confluence of Gandak and the Ganges river, on the back drop of Harihar Nath Temple. On Kartik Purnima lacs of Devotees flock to offer prayer at this temple after taking a holy dip in the river.The mela has its origins during ancient times. This is when Chandragupta Maurya used to buy elephants and horses across the river Ganges. The Sonepur Cattle Fair once... Read full post

As long ago as the 6th century BC, Vaishali was the capital of a republic. it is credited with being the world's first republic to have elected member of an assembly. Mahavira, the founder of jainism, was born here, and the Buddha preached his last sermon here. It also has a small musuem. Regular bus services connect Vaishali to Patna (55 km). Nearest railheads are Hajipur (35 km) and Muzaffarpur (36 km). Nearest airport is Patna.
Ashokan Pillar

The Lion Pillar at Kolhua, was built by... Read full post

Founded in the 5th century BC, Nalanda was one of the world's great universities and an important Buddhist centre. When renowned chinese scholar and traveller Hieun Tsang visited Nalanda between

685BC and 762BC, 10,000 monks and students resided here. Nalanda was frequently visited by Lord mahavira and lord Buddha in the 6th century BC. Patna, 90 km away is the nearest airport. Nalanda can be reached by rail and road from other major towns of Bihar.Nalanda university archaeological... Read full post

Bodh Gaya or Bodhgaya is a religious place in Gaya district in the Indian state of Bihar. It is famous for being the place of Gautama Buddha's attainment of Enlightenment.

Historically, it was known as the Bodhimanda (ground around the Bodhi-tree), Uruvela, Sambodhi, Vajrasana and Mahabodhi.(1) The name Bodh Gaya did not come into use until the 18th century. The main monastery of Bodhgaya used to be called the Bodhimanda-vihara (Pali). Now it is called the Mahabodhi Temple.For Buddhists,... Read full post

Bodh Gaya or Bodhgaya (Hindi: ??????) is a religious place in Gaya district in the Indian state of Bihar. It is famous for being the place of Gautama Buddha's attainment of Enlightenment.Historically, it was known as the Bodhimanda (ground around the Bodhi-tree), Uruvela, Sambodhi, Vajrasana and Mahabodhi. The name Bodh Gaya did not come into use until the 18th century. The main monastery of Bodhgaya used to be called the Bodhimanda-vihara (Pali). Now it is called the Mahabodhi Temple.For... Read full post