Nalanda University, located in Bihar, was one of the world's oldest universities established around the 5th century CE and was a center of learning for Buddhist scholars.

The Maurya Empire, founded by Chandragupta Maurya around 322 BCE, had its capital at Pataliputra. Ashoka was a later ruler of this empire.

Bodh Gaya is one of the holiest sites in Buddhism. It is believed that Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment and became Buddha at this location under the Bodhi Tree.

Bihar shares its eastern border with West Bengal. The Ganges River forms a natural boundary between these two states in many parts.

Muzaffarpur is famous for litchi cultivation and is known as the 'Litchi Capital of India'. The city has a long history of litchi production and export.

Pataliputra was the capital of the Mauryan Empire under Ashoka and other rulers. It was one of the largest cities in the ancient world.

The Kosi River is often called the 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to its devastating floods and unpredictable course changes that cause extensive damage.

Bodh Gaya is the sacred site where Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha) attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree, making it one of the holiest places in Buddhism.

The Bagmati River forms the northern boundary of Bihar, separating it from Nepal. It is a tributary of the Ganges River.

Gol Ghar was constructed by the British in 1786 as a grain store. It is a distinctive hemispherical structure and an iconic landmark of Patna.