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.
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B/45, near Krishna Niketan School, Sri Krishna Nagar, Buddha Colony, Patna, Bihar 800001, India
Infront of Brajwashi Sweet, Neelkanth Colony, Besides Gold Gym, Ashiana - Digha Rd, Patna, Bihar 800025, India
Sudha Factory, Road, Haroon Nagar Main Rd, opposite Mahavir Cancer Hospital, Sector-1, Haroon Nagar, Haroon Colony Sector -II, Phulwari Sharif, Patna, Bihar 801505, India
Maurya Vihar, Road No-3, Khagaul - Phulwari Sharif Rd, Patna, Bihar 801105, India
A/ 135, opposite Punch Shiv Mandir, Housing Board Colony, Kankarbagh, Lohia Nagar, Patna, Bihar 800020, India
CC-39-B, Housing Board Colony, East Indira Nagar, Kankarbagh, Patna, Bihar 800020, India
NEAR DINKAR GOLAMBER, Arya Kumar Rd, Rajendra Nagar, Patna, Bihar 800016, India
H6X4+5Q7, New Market Station Rd, opp. East Cabin, Gulzarbagh, Sadikpur, Patna, Bihar 800007, India
90 Feet Road, near Bhagwat Milan Mandir, Bhagwat Nagar, Kumhrar, Patna, Bihar 800026, India
New Bypass Road, Khemnichak, Patna, Bihar