Discover The Silk City Of India, Bhagalpur!

Written By Ruchika Mandora

Bhagalpur is a busy city with many different kinds of people and a mix of new and old ways of life. Beginning with the Mauryan Empire, Bhagalpur has a long and interesting history.

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Vikramshila Ruins

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Rabindra Bhawan

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Colganj Rock Cut Temples

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Mandar Hill

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Burhanath Mandir

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Das Driftwood Museum & Park

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Vaasupujya Bhagwan Mahavir Jain Mandir

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Ghuran Peer Baba

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Ajgaibinath Temple

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