Monuments of Bihar are the most popular tourist destinations for both
the national and international tourists. These monuments are dotted all
over the state. Cities like Patna, Bhagalpur, Gaya, Vaishali and
Sasaram house some of the most visited monuments of Bihar. These ancient
buildings represent the culture, power and education of the bygone
eras. These can be classified as historical monuments and religious
monuments.
Bihar is the only state with the history of 3000 years and is considered
as the oldest dwelling places in the world. The presence of numerous
ancient monuments represents the rich culture and heritage of the state.
Monuments in Bihar can be further classified o the basis of religion-
Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism and Islam. Numerous religious
monuments, easily located in this state, remind one of the old proverb,
"Unity in Diversity." In ancient times, this state was known as Magadha
Nestled on the bank of the sacred river Ganga the cities of Bihar, like
Gaya, Patna, Deoghar and others, house several religious monuments.
These are reminiscent of the rich culture and heritage of the ancient
and medieval period. Later in the 12th century innumerable Islamic
monuments were also constructed in Bihar due to the invasion of Muslim
rulers. The Tomb of Sher Shah Suri is the greatest example of the
Islamic monument of Bihar. This province consists of several Sikh
monuments as well and is considered as a sacred place for thousands of
Sikh communities of India.
Beautiful heap of ruins of ancient monuments still exist in Bihar.
Forts, caves and tombs are a regular feature of the Bihar topography.
Such historical monuments bring alive the memories of the years long
lost. Truly termed as the seat of ancient culture and knowledge, this
East Indian state stands out as one of the most popular tourist
destinations. Needless to say, the monuments of Bihar have a major role
to play in this context.
