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Patna ( English: / ˈpʌtnə, ˈpæt -/, [13] [14] Hindi: [ˈpəʈnaː] ⓘ ), historically known as Pataliputra, [15] is the capital and largest city of the state of Bihar in India. [1] According to the United Nations, as of 2018, Patna had a population of 2.35 million, [16] making it the 19th largest city in India. [1]
Jun 29, 2024 · Patna, city, capital of Bihar state, northern India. It lies about 290 miles (470 km) northwest of Kolkata (Calcutta). Patna is one of the oldest cities in India. During the Mughal period it was known as Azimabad. Patna is a riverside city that extends along the south bank of the Ganges (Ganga)
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Top Things to Do in Patna, Bihar. Places to Visit in Patna. Explore popular experiences. See what other travellers like to do, based on ratings and number of bookings. See All. Private Sightseeing Tours (14) Historical Tours (6) Water Parks (3) Walking Tours (7) Full-day Tours (3) Parks (4) Archaeology Tours (3) Multi-day Tours (7)
- The top attractions to visit in Patna are: Takht Sri Harmandir Sahib Ji Hanuman Mandir Buddha Smriti Park Patna Museum Sanjay Gandhi Biological Par...
- The best outdoor activities in Patna according to Tripadvisor travellers are: Buddha Smriti Park Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park Eco Park (Rajdhani V...
- The most popular things to do in Patna with children according to Tripadvisor travellers are:Takht Sri Harmandir Sahib JiNalandaHanuman MandirBuddh...
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Patna is on three sacred rivers, the Ganges, the Sone and the Poonpun. The city has a glorious past and is now a bustling up-and-coming metropolis. Legend has it that a sanctified Ganga had watched with reverence as a hallowed Buddha blessed this place to be a realm of great Kings and their Empires.
Plan Your Trip to Patna: Best of Patna Tourism. By Rajnish P. 7,624. Explore Patna. Essential Patna. Do. Places to see, ways to wander, and signature experiences. See all. 2024. Takht Sri Harmandir Sahib Ji. 356. Religious Sites. Nalanda. 253. Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings. Hanuman Mandir. 374. Religious Sites, Monuments & Statues.
One of the oldest living cities in the world, Patna, the capital of Bihar, stands on the banks of River Ganges, proudly cradling in its heart the city's heritage, patriotism and culture. A bustling city with old neighbourhoods, Patna's heritage spans across two millennia.
