The ancient of Bihar is a store house of Indian Ethnic and Educational Development. The monuments of Bihar still speak a thousand tales of Ashoka, Harshvardhana and various other rulers of the Indo-Gangetic Plains and the sub-continent at large.
The paraphernalia of the various colours of various religious developments in the sub-continent also add to the beauty of Bihar. Important centres of pilgrimage of Buddhists, Jains, Hindus and Muslims can be found in Bihar alike. Bihar also houses one of the oldest educational centres in the country in Nalanda.
Thus travelling in Bihar is like travelling back in time and coming back. And CrazyB provides you with everything that you need to make this time-travel a comfortable and enjoyable one.
Patna
On the southern banks of Ganges is situated the capital of Bihar-Patna. Patna is one of the oldest cities of the subcontinent. If you like to be in touch with the bustle of a city and its people then Patna is the place. Patna Museum, Bihar Museum, Ruins of Pataliputra, Har Mandir Takht, Golghar, Buddha Smriti Park and Gandhi Museum are a few among the many places to visit.
Bodh Gaya
The centre where Buddha attained enlightenment, under the bodhi tree came to be known as Bodh Gaya. The reason how Bodh Gaya got its name is also the reason why Bodh Gaya attracts several pilgrims every year. Mahabodhi Temple, Great Buddha Statue, Sujata Stupa, Tergar Monastry, Thai Museum are the must visit places of Bodh Gaya.
Gaya
Gaya is also a historical city. It is considered to be a place of seeking salvation by the Hindus. Gaya also houses numerous Jain and Buddhist temples. Dungeshwari Cave temples, Barabar caves and various other sites can be explored in Gaya.
Nalanda
Nalanda is the centre of the ruins of the world’s ancient-most university. Buddha is believed to have visited Nalanda several times. The temples, viharas and stupas built in Nalanda were largely patronised by Ashoka and Harshvardhana. Today it is a UNESCO world heritage site.
Sasaram
Sasaram is known for its rich and varied history. Its most famous point of attraction is the pillar of Samrat Ashoka in a cave of Kaimur hill. The tomb of Sher Shah Suri, the tomb of Hasan Sur Khan and Maa Tara Chandi Temple are some other interesting places that one can visit.
Bhagalpur
Popular for its silk, Bhagalpur is also known as the ‘silk city’. The richness of India’s mango gardens and litchi production can be witnessed at Bhagalpur. Some beautiful places to visit in Bhagalpur are Vikramshila Hills, Vaasupujya Bhagwan Mahavir Jain Mandir, Mandar Hill (Parvat) and so on.
Darbhanga
Darbhanga has a number of cultural sites to for any tourist to visit. Places like the Statue of Darbhanga Maharaja, Bela Palace, Manokamana Hanuman Mandir, Kankali Mandir are a few palaces among other that you can plan to visit.
Muzaffarpur
Muzzafarpur is filled with the peace of spirituality. They have served as important educational and commercial centre of Bihar. There are several attractions in Muzaffanagar like, Baba Garibnath Temple, Chaturbhuj Temple, Shri Ram temple, Ambara Chowk and so on.
Sonepur
On the banks of River Gandak in Saran district is located Sonepur, which is famous for its annual cattle fair, which is also, called the ‘Harihar Kshetra Mela’. It is the world’s largest cattle fair.