Patna
Patna Patna: The ancient city of Pataliputra always springs to the mind as something very deeply drenched in history and culture. The Maurya and Gupta empires thrived with this great seat of power. Sitting by the River Ganges, this place was entrenched with trade and cultural activity, always bustle with activities. Patna is an active city for these days with a population of over 1.6 million. There’s a strong diverse community here, with a typical flavor of traditions, festivals, and resultant myriad cuisine. Although large chunks of Chhath Puja and Durga Puja are observed, the city’s cultural texture becomes alive with large crowds and processions. Patna also houses many educational institutions such as that great legacy Patna University – one of the oldest universities of India, along with several colleges which draw talent from all over the country. Emphasis on education has led to an ever-burgeoning population of professionals in every walk of life. Th...