Places

Places to visit in Bihar

Bihar, with its capital at Patna, is known for ancient universities and the ganga. Here are well-known places to start with, and a tip for each.

  1. Mahabodhi Temple

    The site in Bodh Gaya where the Buddha is traditionally said to have attained enlightenment. A UNESCO site.

    Monks from many countries have temples around it.

    Plan a trip to Mahabodhi TempleDirections

  2. Nalanda Mahavihara

    The ruins of an ancient Buddhist university, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    The nearby museum helps make sense of the ruins.

    Plan a trip to Nalanda MahaviharaDirections

  3. Golghar

    A beehive-shaped granary in Patna, built in 1786, with spiral staircases outside.

    Climb it for a view over the Ganga.

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