Patna, the capital of Bihar, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, with a history that dates back to over 2,500 years. It was once the seat of powerful dynasties like the Maurya and Gupta empires, and it remains a major cultural and commercial hub. The city is famous for historical landmarks such as the Patna Sahib Gurudwara, Golghar, and the Moinul Haq Stadium. Agriculture forms the backbone of Patna's economy, with rice, wheat, maize, and lentils as primary crops. Patna is also an educational center with institutions like Patna University and the Indian Institute of Management Patna. The city hosts various cultural festivals, including Chhath Puja, Diwali, and Makar Sankranti, with vibrant celebrations. The Ganges River adds to the scenic beauty of Patna, and it plays a significant role in both spiritual and economic life. Patna is rapidly urbanizing and becoming a center for trade, with a growing industrial presence. The city's rich cultural history, educational institutions, and religious significance continue to make it an important urban center in India.
J452+688, Shastri Nagar, Patna, Bihar 800023, India
Similar places
J49J+V95 Near= hulshi book centre, North mandiri chhakkan tola, Patna, Bihar 800001, India
P C Colony Rd, PC Colony, Kankarbagh, Bankman Colony, Patna, Bihar 800020, India
11th, Off Polo Rd, Patna, Bihar 800001, India
5th floor, Ashiyana galaxy, Brajkishor path, Exibition Rd, near PW vidyapeeth, Patna, Bihar 800001, India
Chandrakanta Apartment, Chandrakanta Apartment Opposite Harihar Chamber, Boring Rd, Kidwaipuri, Patna, Bihar 800001, India
J436+JGV, Bailey Rd, Rajbansi Nagar, Patna, Bihar 800001, India
J46J+4Q4, Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Adalatganj, Kidwaipuri, Patna, Bihar 800001, India
J448+X94, Vishwesaraiya Bhawan, Bailey Rd, Patna, Bihar 800015
22/B, Harding Road, Patna, Bihar 800015, India
NO-03, Patna - Aurangabad Rd, B Sector, Phulwari Sharif, Patna, Bihar 800013, India