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.
Dr Bhattacharya Road, near petrol pump, above central bank, West Patel Nagar, Adarsh Colony, North Shastri Nagar, Patna, Bihar 800023, India
Similar places
Shri Chandrika Complex, Maurya Path, near Nexus Gym, Jyotipuram Colony, Khajpura, Patna, Bihar 800025, India
Mansa Palace, B.D, college, near Gauriya math mandir, Jakkanpur, Mithapur, Patna, Bihar 800001, India
Ganpati Kunj, Beur, Middle School Rd, opposite Occasion Banquet Hall, Harnichak, Anisabad, Patna, Bihar 800002, India
Patna University Campus, Patna
520, Basant Bihar Colony, Hanuman Nagar, Rajbansi Nagar, Patna, Bihar 800023, India
E-32, Kankarbagh Rd, Near Old Water Tank P C Colony, lohia nagar, Kankarbagh, Patna, Bihar 800020, India
Gandhi market, Ashok Rajpath Rd, near BN college, Patna University Campus, Patna, Bihar 800004, India
Frazer Road, Patna
Ghandi maidan stall number 9, Patna, Bihar 800004, India
Pillar No-76, Vishal Market (3rd Floor, Bailey Rd, Raja Bazar, Sheikhpura, Patna, Bihar 800014, India