Ruins of Nalanda University established by Emperor Ashoka, BiharSource: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Nalanda_University_India_ruins.jpg
Author: Prince Roy

Bihar is a state in eastern India. This moderate-size state ranks twelve out of the 28 states of the country, covering 99,200 sq km (38,292 sq mi). The state borders
Uttar Pradesh to the west,
Jharkhand to the south, and
West Bengal to the east. It also shares an international border with Nepal to the north.
Bihar is the third most populous state in India, with a population exceeding 100 million people. 85% of its population live in the countryside, and almost 58% are below the age of 25, making Bihar one of the fastest growing state by population. The state capital and largest city is
Patna.
How to go to Bihar
Most tourists to Bihar head for Bodh Gaya, which has an international airport that receives flights from Bangkok and Paro in Bhutan. The state of Bihar is also connected by rail to all the major cities of India.
Ajgaivinath Temple, Sultanganj, BiharSource: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ajgabinath.JPG
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Main Cities in Bihar
Main Sights in Bihar
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