Patna | Ganges River, Bihar, Mughal Empire | Britannica
WEB4 days ago · Patna is a riverside city that extends along the south bank of the Ganges (Ganga) River for about 12 miles (19 km). West of the old city lies the section called Bankipur, and farther southwest is a spacious new capital area with wide roads, shady avenues, and new buildings.
Mahatma Gandhi Setu - Wikipedia
WEBMahatma Gandhi Setu (also called Gandhi Setu or Ganga Setu) is a bridge over the river Ganges in Bihar, India, connecting Patna in the south to Hajipur in the north. [3] Its length of 5,750 metres (18,860 ft) [4] makes it the fourth-longest river bridge in India.
Ganges - Wikipedia
WEBThe Ganges (/ ˈ ɡ æ n dʒ iː z / GAN-jeez; in India: Ganga, / ˈ ɡ ʌ ŋ ɡ ɑː / GUNG-ah; in Bangladesh: Padma, / ˈ p ʌ d m ə / PUD-mə) [5] [6] [7] [8] is a trans-boundary river of Asia which flows through India and Bangladesh. The 2,525 km (1,569 mi)-long river rises in the western Himalayas in the Indian state of Uttarakhand.
Patna - Wikipedia
WEBThe modern city of Patna is mainly on the southern bank of the river Ganges. The city also straddles the rivers Son , Gandak and Punpun . The city is approximately 35 kilometres (22 mi) in length and 16 to 18 kilometres (9.9 to 11.2 mi) wide.
River Ganga Patna | River Ganga images, best time to visit
WEBRiver Ganga, Patna Overview. The River Ganga flows through Patna and one cannot leave here without experiencing a boat ride near Gandhi Ghat. A boat ride in the Ganges in the months of October-March could be mesmerizing with its …
Ganga River System of India: Map & Tributaries - Rivers Insight
WEBSep 12, 2024 · The Ganga River, also known as the Ganges, is the longest river in India, stretching about 2,525 kilometers. It originates from the Gangotri Glacier, near Gaumukh in Uttarkashi, and is initially known as the Bhagirathi. The river is called the Ganga once it joins the Alaknanda River at Devprayag.
Patna - Indian Culture
WEBBordering the city of Patna on the northern side is the River Ganga. Not too far from the city, Ganga’s tributaries such as Son and Gandak merge with the River. Patna’s strategic location, along the river has been the reason for it to …
Ganges River | History, Map, Location, Pollution, & Facts | Britannica
WEBSep 30, 2024 · Ganges River, great river of the plains of the northern Indian subcontinent, which from time immemorial has been the holy river of Hinduism. Despite its importance, its length of 1,560 miles (2,510 km) is relatively short compared with the other great rivers of Asia or the world.
Ganges River - History & Origin, Significance, Facts, Pollution
WEBJun 14, 2018 · The Ganges is a 2,525 km trans-boundary river of Asia that rises in the western Himalayas and flows through India and Bangladesh. For Indians, it is a symbol of faith, and has been a source of livelihood for a large number of people.
Gandhi Ghat: A Guide to Patna’s Historic and Scenic Attraction
WEBVisit Gandhi Ghat, Patna’s historic and scenic attraction, and experience the Ganga Aarti, the river cruise ship, the kite festival, and more. Read our guide to know how to reach, when to visit, what to do, and what to see at Gandhi Ghat.