Bihar Introduction
The state of Bihar lies along the eastern Gangetic Plains in North India, A land that has been the passing of many dynasties of ancient India, Bihar has also been the birth place of two treat theologies -Buddhism and Jainism. As a place of pilgrimage for centuries, even the name Bihar is desired from 'Vihar' as a Buddhist monasteries, Reflecting its ancient history, Bihar has some of the finest monuments of Hindu and Mughal architecture. And through the state flows the majestic river Ganga a saga of events of centuries old civilization.
The scenery and climate of the State range from the foot hills of Himalayas, over the vast and fertile plains of the Ganga to the hills, forests and wide plateau. The land and people, fairs and festivals, arts and crafts, flora and fauna of Bihar, are all epitomes of diversity, which enchant and thrill tourists.
Bihar offers to tourists a variegated wealth of Indian Civilization, history and culture compled with enqeuisite scenic beauties and wild life within its precinet are located, places like Rajgir and Patliputra, ancient capital of mighty magadhan empire, Vaishali-the first republican state the world; Bodhgaya where lord Buddha attained the suprime enlightenment, Nalanda-the great seat of international learning and Patna Saheb-the birth place of Guru Govind Singh, the last Guru of the Sikh.
Bihar has basked in the glory of Magadh Empire in the period of Mauryans, Guptas and Pal, Vikramshila University, whose ruins speak of best as this glorious deat of learning was constructed during Pal dynasty.
Since the inception of its history which dates back to 500 year ago Bihar has been recognized on cradle of movements in the field of art, culture and religion literature & human rights a postles of peace Lord Buddha, Mahavir, Great Guru Govind Singh and Mahatma Gandhi and great sufie saint further heighened with the visit of great chinese tourist Fahien, who has distinctly narrated the attaintments of the University at that time took birth on this land. It is the land on which the earliest seeds of democracy took roots and however hossemed into the form of governence with the advent of Lord, it withessed a cultural renaissance as in the preachings of the Lord Buddha was seen the right answer to the woos & suffering of the rest humanity at the hands of loot, tyranny & boilance.
People embraced Buddhism and the echest holiest sermon Buddham Saranam Gachhami sent the air reached beyond the boundaries of our country and seat of leaning at Nalanda, where students outside the boundaries of our country joined the course got acknowledged the world over. Lord Buddha delivered his preachings at this place of learning. The glory of Nalanda gate.
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Rajgir, Bihar Rajgir Is Famous For Its Hot Water Springs, Locally Known As Brahmakund, A Sacred Place For Hindus. Another Major Attraction Is The Peace Pagoda, Vishwa Shanti Stupa, Built In 1969, One Of The 80 Peace Pagodas In The World, To Spread The Message Of Peace And Non-violence. The Rope-way That Leads To It Is Another Attraction. The Japanese Temple Is Beside The Venu Vana. Venu Vana Is An Artificial Forest, Where One Can Enjoy Eternal Peace, And Meditate. Historically, Rajgir Has Been A Very Important Place, As Capital To Many Empires. Main Tourist Attractions Are The Bimbisar's Jail, The Ajatshatru's Fort, And The Jarasandh's Akhara. How To Reach Air: The Nearest Airport Is At Patna 101 Km. Indian Airlines Connect Patna To Calcutta, Bombay, Delhi, Ranchi And Lucknow. Rail:Though Rajgir Itself Has A Railway Station Yet The Nearest Convenient Railhead Is At Gaya 78 Km. Road:Rajgir Is Connected By Road To Patna - 110 Km, Nalanda - 12 Km, Gaya - 78 Km, Pawapuri - 38 Km, Bihar Sharif - 25 Km, Etc. Bus : Regular Buses Are Available From All The Above Said Points To Rajgir. Local Transport: Taxis And Buses And Tongas Are Available.
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