The city shows the perfect confluence of natural beauty and architectural marvels. Sasaram has a vivid historical past. The city was conquered by many monarchs under whom the land prospered. The city was an important trading city under the Britishers and hence played an important part during the revolt of 1857. The city was the birthplace of rulers like the fearless Rani Laxmi Bai or Raja Harishchand. Their legacies are now preserved with the monuments they left behind. The historic city has many places of interest. These places would surely make you visit the city and the neighboring areas. [Read more…] about Top 5 Places to Visit in Sasaram
Bihar
Top 5 Places to Visit in Arrah
Bihar, a beautiful state and tourist attraction in our country, has an equally perfect weekend getaway for a perfect vacation. This place is the city of Arrah. It is located 40 kms from capital Patna, in Bhojpur district of Bihar. It is the headquarters and houses the Municipal Corporation. The town is surrounded by the rivers Ganga and Son. [Read more…] about Top 5 Places to Visit in Arrah
Top 5 Places to Visit in Begusarai
One of the most beautiful districts in the state, Begusarai is the industrial capital of Bihar. The name of the town is divided to two parts, ‘Begum’ and ‘Sarai’, which mean queen and inn respectively. The Queen of Bhagalpur used to come on the banks of the River Ganga for a pilgrimage, which influenced the name of the district. [Read more…] about Top 5 Places to Visit in Begusarai
Top 5 Places to Visit in Purnia
Bihar, a beautiful state in the east of our country, is the most flocked by tourists for vacations as well as religious tours. An important trade, commercial, educational and economical contributor, Bihar is also ahead in offering tourist destinations. One of these many tourist places is Purnia, the biggest city in the north-eastern part of the state. [Read more…] about Top 5 Places to Visit in Purnia
Top 5 National Parks in Bihar
Bihar is an Eastern Indian state with fertile plains and the river Ganga flowing right through the middle of it. In Ancient India, the state was considered as a pioneer in education, learning and culture. Major empires rose up from the plains of Bihar and left behind relics of their legacy. Also known for its bio-diversity, let us look at the top 5 National Parks (or Wildlife sanctuaries) in Bihar. [Read more…] about Top 5 National Parks in Bihar
Complete Guide to Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary, Bihar
Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary is a 50 kilometer stretch of area situated on the river Ganga. The sanctuary is located in the district of Bhagalpur in the state of Bihar. Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary was initiated as a protected area for the conservation of River Dolphins by the government of India in the year 1991. The species of dolphins found in the sanctuary were classified as endangered in the year 2006 by IUCN and intense measures have been taken to ensure their survival and re-population ever since. The span of Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary extends from Kahalgaon in east Bhagalpur to Sultanganj in the west, harboring within it a multitude of aquatic species. The Gangetic Dolphin holds immense significance for India as it is the national aquatic animal of the country and also one of the four species of river dolphins. However, in the past century, the population of these aquatic angels has seen an unsettling decline due to various human-made factors including motorized boats and fishing. The sanctuary serves as a useful resource for the study of these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. [Read more…] about Complete Guide to Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary, Bihar