Patna – The city where the Ganges flows
Patna, the capital of Bihar in north-east India, evolved from the ancient city of Patliputra, originally established during the reign of the Magadha Empire, circa 490 CE. Located along the southern banks of the Ganges – India’s most sacred river – the city is fed by its holy waters. Today, with a population well in excess of 2 million and covering an area of around 136 sq. km, this bustling mini-metropolis is amongst the nation’s 20 largest cities.
Flights to Patna from across multiple points of origin, across the country and around the world, make it amongst the best-connected destinations in India – and with good reason. As a hotbed of ancient Indian learning, culture and tradition, combined with its modern urban infrastructure and its proximity to the Ganges, the city attracts large numbers of tourists, business travellers and pilgrims alike.