Facts:
Area: 94163.00 sq. kms
Altitude: 53 Metres
Geographical
Location: 25°22'N 85°08'E? / 25.37°N 85.13°E
Climate: mild winters and hot summers
Rainfall: 120 cm
Primary
Rainy Season: mid-June to September
Temperatures: 10C-27C
Language: Hindi, Urdu, and many people speak a form of the Bihari Languages
Population: 82,998,509
Significant in India’s cultural and
spiritual heritage is Bihar, held in high regard as the birthplace of
Buddhism.
Laid out here is a trail that follows
ancient trails which pilgrims follow with persistence and fervor. Along the trail you will come across vast
ruins, temples, and pillars, and all the while it is made obvious why Buddha
chose to spend much of his life here and give the honor of attaining
enlightenment under a Bodhi Tree in Bodh Gaya. A complete Gaya Sightseeing Trip will allow you to experience the glory of
Bihar in all its charm.
Historical Significance of Bihar
Bihar originally came in part from an area
named Magadha and gave rise to two great religions Jainism and Buddhism. It is
widely acclaimed to be the birthplace of Buddhism. This area was a powerhouse
for over 1000 years especially in the areas of culture and education. It was
also the Area from which Mahatma Gandhi launched his groundbreaking
civil-disobedience movement.
The Splitting of Bihar and Jharkhand
Bihar and Jharkhand became two separate
states in 2000 when Bihar was split along its tribal lines and thus created
Jharkhand. Both of them are possibly a closer representation of a more
traditional India than perhaps any other state in the north of India. Outside
of the big cities, it is glaringly obvious; here you will find signage in Hindi
and men that are more likely to be found wearing dhoti and Kurta than the
uniformly westernized style of a shirt and trousers. Unfortunately for Bihar
Jharkhand was mineral rich and when it was cut away this did nothing to help
the already struggling state.
Tourism in Bihar
Bihar may be out of many travelers' comfort
zones however it is an intriguing addition to any tour of India. And in an age
where we may feel there is little left to tame in the world, it offers
adventure; barely touched as of yet by tourism gives one the feeling of
accomplishment upon arriving at the end of a journey here. If you overlook the little hassle travelers may come across here from the lack of tourism
infrastructure, Bihar really is a brilliant place to visit. Pioneering your way
through this state you will come across some absolute gems. If you are at all
interested in Buddhism then Bihar is a must-do stop, because Bihar is the state
in which Buddha lived and from where Buddhism started its way around the
world. Bodhgaya is the most important pilgrimage site for Buddhists, being the
place where Buddha attained Enlightenment. It is also the home of the famous
Mahabodhi Temple, proclaimed to be UNESCO World Heritage Site. Right next to
the temple, there is a sacred Bodhi Tree under which Siddhartha Gautama
meditated. But Bihar is also a very important pilgrimage destination for other
religions - Hinduism, Islam, and Sikhism, and that gives you the chance
to experience the very thing India is about - diversity.
How to Reach
By
Air: Bihar is extremely well-connected with a
massive network of airways that cover all the major cities of India. There are
two main airports in Bihar; one is in Gaya and the other in Patna which caters
to several flights. Taxis and buses are made available from the airport in
case you are planning to visit different destinations in and around Patna.
By
Rail: Bihar is connected with all the major and
minor regions in India. Patna, Bhagalpur, and Gaya are considered to be some of
the main railheads of Bihar. Upon reaching the railway station you will be able
to hail a cab or hire taxis to go to your desired destinations.
By
Road: Bihar has several national highways and
state highways that run all across the major places of the Indian
subcontinent. Bihar is also connected to all the state highways and there are
also state and private run bus services available along with autos and
rickshaws.
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