Bihar
The early history of Bihar is lost as the major events and happenings were not documented but with the advent of Jains and Buddhists, text documentation of events began. From these texts we get to know about the sixteen "Mahajanapadas" that flourished during the 6th century BC. Vaishali, Anga, Rajgriha, Pataliputra, Nalanda, and Mithila are just a few of the places in Bihar that knit the history of ancient India. Vaishali in northern Bihar, the center of the Lichchavi kingdom is rated as the most ancient and credited as the world’s first republic. It got its aura of sanctity with the birth of Lord Mahavira here. This was also the favorite resting place of Lord Buddha and he preached his last sermon here, which was later commemorated by a lion capital erected by King Ashoka. The legends of the courtesan Ambapali’s exquisite beauty added to the glory and charm of Vaishali.
Places in and around Bihar
Groups always run in this order. Inside each group, the must-see picks come first; hikes and places to stay follow the order Windhorse recommends.
Sights and attractions in Bihar
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Ashokan Pillar
The Pillar at Kolhua, was built by Emperor Ashoka. It is made of a highly polished single piece of red sandstone, surmounted by bell shaped capital, 18.3m. high.
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Bodhgaya
Thus Buddhism was born here under the Peepal Tree. The Prince had been wandering in search of supreme peace for long six years hither and thither.
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Bodhi Tree
The present Bodhi Tree is probably the fifth succession of the original tree under which the Buddha had attained enlightenment.
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Mahabodhi Temple
which symbolise sovereignty of religion. Four towers on its four corners rise gracefully giving the holy structure a poise and balance.
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Vaishali
Vaishali today is a small village surrounded by banana and mango groves as well as rice fields, Historians maintain that one of the world's first democratic republics with…
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Vishwa Shanti Stupa
On the south bank of the Coronation Tank built by Buddh Vehar Society, The exterior of this stupa which is now in a dilapidated condition has a plain surface.
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