- Bihar - Wikipedia
Etymology The name Bihar is derived from the Sanskrit and Pali word vihāra (Devanagari: विहार), meaning 'abode" and usually referred to a Buddhist monastery The region roughly encompassing the present state had many Buddhist vihāras, the abodes of Buddhist monks in the ancient and medieval periods [38][39][40]
- Government of Bihar
State Profile Bihar is located in the eastern part of the country It is an entirely land–locked state, although the outlet to the sea
- Bihar | History, Map, Population, Government, Facts | Britannica
Bihar occupied an important position in the early history of India For centuries it was the principal seat of imperial powers and the main focus of Indian culture and civilization
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The great spiritual way of Buddhism originated and thrived in ancient Bihar, as Buddha attained his enlightenment in Bodh Gaya Therefore the region is full of remains of the monasteries known as stupas
- About Bihar, History of Bihar, Geography of Bihar - Bihar Profile
Profile of Bihar - Get to know all about Bihar including its rich history, geography, economy, culture, tourist places, healthcare and more
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Bihar lies mid-way between West Bengal in the east and Uttar Pradesh in the west It is bounded by the country of Nepal to the north and by the state of Jharkhand to the south The Bihar plain is divided into two parts by the river Ganges which flows through the middle from west to east
- Bihar - Incredible India
In the heart of India, the state of Bihar beckons travellers with its history, spirituality, and natural beauty This ancient land is the birthplace of two of the world's major religions, Buddhism and Jainism, offering pilgrims and history enthusiasts an unparalleled journey through time
- Bihar, Bihar State, History of Bihar, Bihar India - ThisismyIndia
For an in-depth understanding of Bihar, you should know three main things - its history, unique geography and reasons for the backwardness 'Bihar' had its origin in the Sanskrit word 'Vihara' referring to Buddhist monasteries that dotted the region in the ancient and medieval periods
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