The Kesaria Stupa is one of the tallest and largest Buddhist stupas in the world. It is believed to date back to the Mauryan era.

Sher Shah Suri developed the Grand Trunk Road, one of Asia’s oldest roads, which still connects key cities across India and Pakistan.

The Patna High Court, established in 1916, is the highest judicial body in Bihar. It serves the entire state.

The Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary in Bhagalpur is India's only sanctuary for the endangered Gangetic dolphin. It was established in 1991.

Agriculture forms the backbone of Bihar’s economy, employing a large portion of the population.

Located in Patna, Jay Prakash Narayan Airport is the busiest and largest airport in Bihar.

Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar on 15 November 2000, mainly for tribal development and better administration.

The First Buddhist Council was held at Saptaparni Cave in Rajgir shortly after the death of Buddha.

The Kosi Mahasetu is a vital rail bridge that connects Bihar to West Bengal, easing travel and trade in the region.

Maner Sharif, near Patna, is a famous Sufi shrine dedicated to Sufi saints Makhdoom Yahya Maneri and Makhdoom Shah Daulat.

Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary in Munger district is home to crocodiles, tigers, and thermal springs.

The Vaishali Express is named after the ancient city of Vaishali, a historic center of democracy and culture.

Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism, was born in Vaishali, making it a significant Jain pilgrimage site.

Kahalgaon Super Thermal Power Station is located in Bhagalpur district and is managed by NTPC.

Bihar became a separate province from the Bengal Presidency in 1912 under British rule.

Rajgir was the first capital of the Magadha kingdom and is closely associated with Buddha and Mahavira.

The Bihar Vidhan Sabha is the lower house of the bicameral legislature in the state of Bihar.

Ram Dulari Sinha served as the Governor of Kerala and was the first woman from Bihar to hold such a post.

The Kosi River is called the "Sorrow of Bihar" because of its frequent floods that cause destruction in the northern plains.

Rice is the most cultivated crop in Bihar due to its fertile alluvial plains and abundant water from the Ganges.

Bhagalpur is famous for its high-quality Tussar silk, hence known as the "Silk City". The traditional silk weaving industry here is centuries old.

Varanasi is one of the oldest living cities in the world and was historically called Banaras. It remains a spiritual and cultural hub in Uttar Pradesh.

Kanpur developed as a major military base under British rule. General Wheeler played a prominent role in its establishment, especially before the 1857 revolt.

Ayodhya served as the capital of the ancient Kosala kingdom. It holds great religious and historical significance, especially in the Ramayana.

Ram Prasad Bismil hailed from Shahjahanpur in U.P. and played a key role in the Kakori train robbery. He was a prominent figure in the Hindustan Republican Association.

The Chandela dynasty built the Khajuraho temples during the 10th–12th centuries. Though now in Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho was historically connected to regions near Bundelkhand in U.P.

SNDT (Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey) University in Mumbai was India’s first women’s university, established in 1916.

Bhimthadi horses are strong and native to Western Maharashtra, especially Solapur and Ahmednagar districts.