Types of Tourists and Tourism
In the earliest days tourism in the region was purely for educational purposes. As Patna is one of the most sacred cities of religions like Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism and Islam, many people travel to Patna as part of religious tourism.
- International tourists - Patna attracts tourists from all over the globe, though most are Buddhists from Japan and China.
- Domestic tourists visit the area on their respective pilgrimages.
Today, tourism in Patna is mainly either religious-based or moderated educational tourism. The Bihar government is also promoting adventure tourism.
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