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Exploring the Heart of Bihar: A Journey through Patna ❤

Introduction of patna // Patna ke bare me 

The alive and culturally diverse capital of Bihar, a state in northeastern India, is Patna, which is located on the banks of the holy Ganges River. Patna, which has a history covering more than two millennia, is home to the ruins of former empires and has grown into a dynamic modern metropolis.

Northeastern India's Bihar state is home to the historic city of Patna, which extends along the Ganges River's southern bank. The Bihar Museum, a modern monument displaying bronze sculptures and ancient coins from the area, is located in the state capital. The nearby Indo-Saracenic-style Patna Museum has a vessel that reportedly has the Buddha's remains on exhibit. The Golghar, a colonial granary with a dome that overlooks the city, is close to the river.

Patna, one of the oldest cities being inhabited today, was established in 490 BCE by the ruler of Magadha. During the Haryanka, Nanda, Mauryan, Shunga, Gupta, and Pala dynasties, the Magadha Empire's capital was located in ancient Patna, also known as Pataliputra. Pataliputra served as a center for education and the arts.

Patna, formerly known as Pataliputra, served as the seat of government for mighty empires like the Maurya and Gupta. It was a center of study and spirituality in ancient India because it hosted the famed Nalanda University and was the site of Emperor Ashoka's teachings.

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Cultural Diversity:

The city's cultural tapestry, which reflects Bihar's heterogeneous legacy, is fashioned from the threads of various cultures and customs. A living example of how several cultures may cohabit together is Patna.

Modern vibes: 

Patna has significantly changed recently, embracing modernity while conserving its historical charm. It has developed into a commercial and administrative hub that attracted tourists and entrepreneurs.

Discovering Patna's historical gems, engaging in its lively culture, and appreciating the harmonious blending of tradition and progress that characterizes this wonderful city in the heart of Bihar are all parts of this exploration.

Religious aspects.

Majority of population is Hindu are living here, There are many Hindu temple are here like Mahavir mandir, Iskcon temple, Agamkuan, Bari-patandevi, Chhoti-patandevi, Panchmukhi temple.

Patna City is also a sacred city for the Sikhs, it is here that the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh was born. Patna is accessible by road (National Highway 30), it is also on the main line of the Eastern Railway and has an international airport with select flights to South-East Asia.

Population. 

The district covers 3,202 sq km in total. In this district, there are 1,388 villages and 22 towns. In 2023, there will likely be 8,115,467 people living in Patna. According to projections from the Aadhar Uidai.gov.in Dec 2023 statistics. 

 Everythings are available in Patna that full-fill the requirements of people.

List of Shopping complex in Patna.

  (1) P&N mall

  (2) v2 mall

  (3) Gravity Mall

  (4) Zudio

  (5) Pantaloons

  (6) Trends

  (7) Raj Niwas tower

  (8) N S Mall

  (9) Nagar Mall

  (10)Vishal mega Mart

  (11) Aditya vision

  (12) City centre mall

List of movie Hall in Patna

  (1) Mona Cinema hall(70 mm)

  (2) Regent theatre

  (3) Cinepolis 

  (4) Krishna talkies

  (5) Ashok cinema Hall

  (6) Elphinstone cinema hall

  (7) Vina cinema hall

  (8) Shushil plaza and many more....

List of parks in Patna

  (1) Sanjay Gandhi jaivik udyan (zoo)

  (2) Eco park

  (3) Siva ji park

  (4) Budha smiriti park

  (5) Kumhrar park

  (6) S K Puri park

  (7) Harding park

  (8) Ambedkar park

  (9) Jagdev park

  (10)Nehru park

  (11) Lohiya park

  (12) Sachiwalaya park

  (13) K sector park and many more...

List of  Best Restaurents in Patna 

   (1) Kfc

   (2) Domino's Pizza hut

   (3) mc Donald's

   (4) Chai sutta bar

   (5) MBA chai wala

   (6) Down Town

   (7) The Table

   (8) Zaika 

   (9) Champaran meat house

   (10)Barbieque

   (11)Pal hotel

 Connectivity of patna to other city

Now a day patna is few minutes far from other city because the connectivity of patna to the other city is very fast and easy.

There are many train starts and terminate from Railway station of patna. Inspite the train patna is well connected to the other city through Bus, flight and by road.

Railway station in patna.

  (1) Patna junction

  (2) Danapur railway station

  (3) Patliputra junction

  (4) Rajendra nagar terminal

  (5) Guljar bag railway station

 

Here are some visting place that attract people all over the world // Patna me ghumne ki jagah

1. Golghar: 

Observing the Impacts of History

Golghar, a recognizable image of Patna's ancient past, serves as the starting point of our tour. This enormous granary, constructed in 1786 by Captain John Garstin, serves as evidence of the city's tenacity in the face of starvation. As you stand on this one-of-a-kind architectural wonder, reach the summit for panoramic views of the Ganges River and the surrounding area.

2. Patna Museum : A magic room

where history is brought to life, for a glimpse into the past. This museum is home to an amazing collection of historical artifacts, sculptures, and works of art. Discover the rich cultural heritage of Bihar throughout the ages as you awe at the Mauryan and Gupta artifacts, including the renowned Didarganj Yakshi.

3. Gandhi Maidan: A Place for being healthy.

The Gandhi Maidan, which preserves Mahatma Gandhi's name and is a large open space, has witnessed some of India's most important political and social moments. It's a location where politics, history, and leisure all come together. Gandhi Maidan offers a balance of calm and activity, whether you choose to take a relaxing walk, fly a kite, or attend an event.

4. Mahavir Mandir: A Place of Peace.

One of Patna's most famous temples, Mahavir Mandir, is the place to go if you need spiritual comfort. This temple, which is devoted to Lord Hanuman, attracts followers from all over the world. As you take in the peaceful atmosphere of this spiritual haven, see the worshippers' loyalty and faith.

5. A Piece of Colonial History: Padri Ki Haveli

Discover Padri Ki Haveli, an ancient church from the first half of the eighteenth century. It offers a look into Patna's colonial history with its gorgeous architecture and tranquil environs. The church's serene environment provides a respite from the bustle of the city.

6. Kumhrar: Discovering Old Ruins

Explore the historical wonders of Kumhrar, a former settlement that belonged to Pataliputra. You can tour the Mauryan Empire's ruins here, which include a pillared assembly hall. It's a location where history buffs can connect with the illustrious past of the city.

7. A Cosmic Experience at the Patna Planetarium

Visit the Patna Planetarium to change things up. This cutting-edge marvel delivers a fun and instructive trip through space. Discover the wonders of the

 cosmos through enthralling performances and installations that will make you feel astounded.

8. Gandhi Setu: Connecting the Past with the Present

Make sure to cross the Gandhi Setu, one of India's longest river bridges, as you depart Patna. This engineering marvel links Patna to Hajipur and represents the city's ties to the surrounding area.

9. Iskcon temple.

This temple attracts lots of devotees of lord Krishna either Indian or foreigners. It is the newly launched temple near Patna junction. You can book a cab or auto from Patna junction to reach at this temple.

10. Marine drive. 

This location is near gandhi-maidan, that connect patna different location to ring road. As of now, it became the main visiting and most crowded place in Patna where people like to visit in the evening. Because of crowd, many small tea & restaurant start-up is started there.

11. Takhat shri Harimandir Sahib Gurudwara.

12. Bihar museum

The Bihar Museum is a storehouse of historical information and has decorated many antiques. It is a popular tourist destination and is situated on Bailey Road in Patna. The museum's goal is to raise awareness of India's rich historical and cultural heritage.

The Bihar Museum's interior deserves a lot of praise. Every statue on the grounds serves as a reminder of the area's illustrious past. 

The museum is open between 10:30 AM and 5:00 PM, and it's a great spot to hang out with friends or family. The artificial animal sanctuary is the component of the museum that kids love the most out of all the different sections.

Ticket charge -Rs. 100 for Indians and Rs. 500 for foreigners.

13. Sanjay Gandhi jaivik udyan.

Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park's schedule runs 

5:00 AM to 6:00 PM from March to October 

6 a.m. to 5 p.m. from November to February

Closed on Monday

Climate of patna 

patna is having a humid subtropical climate. The city experiences hot, humid summers from late March to June, the monsoon season from late June to late September, and cool winter nights and cloudy or sunny days from November to February. 

Education in patna

Patna is now become the educational hub of Bihar. In past day, students went in other state for higher education , but now Many educational institutions open their coching in patna to provide Education.. 

For example, In past, Majority of Students move toward Kota for the preparation of JEE and NEET but now institution like PW , mentors eduserv,Akash and vision classes open their coching in patna.

list of Government Educational Institutions in Patna

  (1) IIT patna

  (2) Nit patna 

  (3) AIIMS

  (4) Nift

  (5) Aryabhat knowledge University

  (6) Patna science College

  (7) Magadh mahila college

  (8) J D women college

  (9) B N college

  (10) A N college

  (11) College of commerce and many more.....

List of non-governmental Educational Institutions.

  (1) Khan G S research centre

  (2) Physics wallah (PW)

  (3) Patna Central school

  (4) Open mind 

  (5) Akash institute

  (6) Mentors eduserv

  (7) Vision classes

  (8) K D campus

  (9) St javior

  (10) Delhi public school

  (11)Carmel High school

  (12)Trinity Global school

  (13)Shivam convent

  (15)New Era public school

  (16)Holy mission secondary school

  (17)Kendriya vidyalaya

  (18)Loyola high school

  (19)St. Xavier's high school

  (20)St. Michael's high school

  (21) St. Karen's high school

  (22)R P S and many more...

Political party in patna

the main political parties are Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Janata Dal (United) (JDU).

Connectivity. 

Patna is well connected to the world, Here people from different location can come in patna easily.

Patna is blessed with international Airport, Patna junction, Danapur junction, Patliputra junction, Isbt bus stand and about to launched a new Bus stand & Airport in danapur-Bihta road.

Patna metro.

Patna is about to blessed with Patna metro with us estimated to start starting of 2024, which  is the main project to get rid of traffic problems in patna. 

Sports star.

  (1) Ishan Kishan - Cricketer

  (2) Moin-ul-Haq - former General secretary Indian Olympic Association.

Journalists 

(1) Amitava Kumar is a journalist and writer.

     (2)  Kanchan Gupta is a Indian journalist, political analyst, and activist ; 

     (3)Robert Loughnan is a New Zealand farmer, journalist, and politician.

     (4)Sweta Singh - Host of the Hindi news program Aaj Tak.

     (5) Ravish Kumar - Worked in NDTV

     (6) Mammen methew - works in the Hindustan Times.

TV star. 

  (1) Shushant Singh rajput was a famous             Indian film star.

  (2) Pankaj tripathi - Actor

  (3) Prachi sinha - Bollywood actress

  (4) Prakash jha - Film-maker

  (5) Nitu Chanda - Actress

  (6) Manoj bajpayee - Actor

  (7) Mika Singh - Singer, composer, performer & Song-writer.

  (8) Daler-Mehendi - Singer

Festivals

  (1) The most famous and awaited festival is chhath mahaparv which is celebrated in the month of Oct-Nov

  (2) Diwali.

  (3) Holi.

  (4) Durgapuja.

  (5) Bakrid.

  (6) Christmas day.

  (7) Muharram.

  (8) Guru Gobind jyanti.

  (9) Good friday

 

Food

  (1) litti-chokha: National dish of Bihar

  (2) Dal bhat chokha: Student's dish

  (3) Thekua

  (4) Mal-pua

  (5) Sattu paratha

  (6) Dal-pitha

  (7) Chicken korma

  (8) Matton handi

Facts about Patna

•  Elevation - 53m
• Area -250 km²
• Mayer of patna  - Sita sahu 
• Kabbadi team - patna pirates
• Patna population 2023 - 2,580,000  2.02%

                                       2022 - 2,529,000 1.89%

                                       2021 - 2,482,000 1.89%

FAQ

1. What is the mother tongue of Bihar?

 Ans- Hindi

2. Which state capital is Patna?

Ans- Bihar

3. Which God is famous in Patna?

Ans- lord Hanuman, lord Siva, Goddes Durga, Goddes Laxmi

4. What is the polulation of patna in 2023 ?

Ans - The currency metro area polulation of patna in 2023 is 2,529,000 , increased by 2.02% from 2021.

5. Is Patna a growing city ?

Ans - Patna is the 21st fastest growing city in the world.