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Located on the southern bank of the iconic and most sacred river Ganga, Patna the capital city of the Indian state of Bihar epitomises the history and culture of the whole region.
Besides, being the capital city, Patna is one of the major business, health and educational centre.
Patna is one of the fastest growing city in the World, ranking 21st in the world and 5th in India. With a population of above 1.8 million spreading over an area of 42 Sq. Km Patna is the 2nd largest cities in Eastern India next only to Kolkata.

Patna is known for its glorious past. Patna is one of the oldest cities in the world, known as Patliputra in the ancient times. The historical city of Patliputra was founded by Ajatashatru, The great king of Magadhan Empire, about twenty-five centuries ago.

Patliputra became the capital of first known empire of India that of Magadha,when Udyain, son & successor of Ajatashatru moved his capital to Patliputra from Rajgriha.

Patna is the Gateway to the land of Spirituality, Vibrance & Versatility-Bihar. Bihar is the place where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. Lord Mahavir was born. Two great religions Buddhism and Jainism evolved and propagated from Bihar.Patna is the birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh, the 10th Sikh Guru. So Patna is the gateway to some of the famous places of pilgrimage like Bodh Gaya, Vaishali, Pawapuri, Rajgir and Patna itself.