Bihar Collection

Mahabodhi Temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bodh Gaya (Bodhgaya), Gaya District, Bihar, India, Asia

White Tiger Portrait Monochrome
White Bengal Tiger in Black and White Portrait

Poster advertising Budh Gaya, India
Poster advertising India and the Budh Gaya, or Bodh Gaya, a famous place of Buddhist pilgrimage

The Mahabodhi temple, the stupa at the Bodhi tree where the Buddha attained enlightenment at Bodh Gaya (Bodhgaya), Bihar State, India

The Mahabodi Temple at Bodh Gaya (Bodhgaya), where the Buddha attained enlightenment, Bihar State, India

Ruins of the Naurattan, Sasaram, Bihar Signed and dated, lower right: T Daniell
Ruins of the Naurattan, Sasaram, Bihar Signed and dated, lower right: " T Daniell | 1811", Thomas Daniell, 1749-1840, British

Monk, Mahabodhi Temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bodh Gaya (Bodhgaya), Gaya District, Bihar, India, Asia

Great Buddha Statue, Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India

Tomb of Sher Shah Suri, 1545, Sasaram, Bihar, India

The Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, from Kurkihar, Bihar, Pala Dynasty (gilt bronze)
1449061 The Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, from Kurkihar, Bihar, Pala Dynasty (gilt bronze) by Indian School (12th century); Patna Museum, Patna

Bhutanese Buddhist temple, Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India

Bhutanese Buddhist temple interior, Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India

Wat Thai, Buddhist temple, Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India

Mahabodhi Temple, Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India

Stupa of Sariputta, Buddhist temple ruins, Nalanda, Bihar, India

Tibetan temple. Bodhgaya, India

Nutwell Court, Exeter, seen from the River Exe, seat of Sir Thomas Trayton Fuller-Eliott-Drake. Georgian neo-classical manor house with portico entrance

Gautama Buddha at Rajagriha, the Offering of Dust c2nd century. Relief from North West India (Gandhara Style) The Presentation of Dust is told in the Divyavadana

Gandak river, Sonepur Mela, India

Elephants eye. Sonepur Mela, India

Boatmen in Gandak river. Sonepur Mela, India

The great Buddha of Bodhgaya, India

Tibetan monks in Bodhgaya, praying under the sacred Buddha banyan tree. It was here that the Buddha had the enlightenment. India

Bodhgaya. India

Loading a vat with plant, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617935 Loading a vat with plant, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Indigo factory (loading the vats), 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617934 Indigo factory (loading the vats), 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Luggie (measuring lands for cultivation), 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617930 Luggie (measuring lands for cultivation), 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J

Planters bungalow, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617929 Planters bungalow, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Cutting indigo into cakes, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617945 Cutting indigo into cakes, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Drying house (indigo cakes on shelves), 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617944 Drying house (indigo cakes on shelves), 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J

Pumping the fecula into boilers, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617942 Pumping the fecula into boilers, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Press house, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617941 Press house, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Indigo boilers and fecula table, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617940 Indigo boilers and fecula table, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Apparatus for beating by machinery, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617939 Apparatus for beating by machinery, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J

Beating a vat by hand, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617937 Beating a vat by hand, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Cutting indigo plant in the field and loading carts, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617933 Cutting indigo plant in the field and loading carts, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J

Group of indigo beaters, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617948 Group of indigo beaters, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Bailing water in time of drought, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617946 Bailing water in time of drought, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Pressing the fecula, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617943 Pressing the fecula, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Beating by machinery, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617938 Beating by machinery, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Indigo factory (loading the vats), 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617936 Indigo factory (loading the vats), 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Persian wheel, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617947 Persian wheel, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Sowing with drills, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617932 Sowing with drills, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Tumnie (turning up lands), 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617931 Tumnie (turning up lands), 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Sicre Gully or Siclygully Pass between Bengal and Bihar, 1823 (engraving)
5912742 Sicre Gully or Siclygully Pass between Bengal and Bihar, 1823 (engraving) by British School, (19th century); (add.info.: Sicre Gully or Siclygully Pass between Bengal and Bihar)

Holi Festival in a Walled Garden with Celebrants, c. 1763 / 1764. Creator: Unknown
Holi Festival in a Walled Garden with Celebrants, c. 1763/1764

Bodhisattva Simhanada Lokeshvara, Pala period, about 11th century. Creator: Unknown
Bodhisattva Simhanada Lokeshvara, Pala period, about 11th century

Buddha Giving the First Sermon (Dharmachakrapravartanamudra), late 10th / early 11th cent
Buddha Giving the First Sermon (Dharmachakrapravartanamudra), Pala period, late 10th/early 11th century

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Bihar, a land of ancient wonders and spiritual enlightenment. At its heart lies the magnificent Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Bodh Gaya. This sacred place is where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree, making it an essential pilgrimage site for Buddhists worldwide. As you wander through Bihar's enchanting landscapes, you'll come across captivating sights like the mesmerizing white tiger portrait monochrome. Its striking beauty leaves you in awe of nature's creations. A poster advertising Budh Gaya entices visitors to explore this vibrant city in India. It promises an immersive experience filled with cultural richness and historical significance. The grandeur of the Mahabodhi Temple cannot be overstated. Its intricate architecture stands as a testament to centuries of devotion and reverence towards Buddhism. A visit here fills your soul with tranquility and peace. Monks can often be seen meditating at the Mahabodhi Temple, adding to its serene ambiance. Their presence reminds us of the timeless wisdom that emanates from this hallowed ground. Traveling further into Bihar reveals remnants of history such as the ruins of Naurattan in Sasaram. These ancient structures bear witness to bygone eras and leave us marveling at their architectural brilliance. In Kurkihar, Bihar, lies a precious treasure – The Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara from Pala Dynasty crafted in gilt bronze. This masterpiece showcases artistic excellence that flourished during that era. No trip to Bihar would be complete without beholding the majestic Great Buddha Statue in Bodh Gaya. Standing tall amidst lush surroundings, it symbolizes peace and compassion – core tenets of Buddhism. Tomb of Sher Shah Suri stands proud as another historical gem within Bihar's borders since 1545 AD. Its regal presence tells tales of valor and power from centuries past. Bihar beckons travelers seeking spiritual awakening or a glimpse into its rich heritage.