Culture of Bihar
Experience the vibrant traditions, festivals, arts, and cuisine that define Bihar's soul
Festivals & Celebrations
Bihar's calendar is filled with colorful festivals that bring communities together
October-November
Chhath Puja
Sacred festival dedicated to Sun God, celebrated with devotion by standing in water
Most important festival of Bihar
November-December
Sonepur Mela
Asia's largest cattle fair, a month-long celebration of trade and culture
Ancient trading tradition
November
Sama-Chakeva
Folk festival celebrating sibling love, especially brother-sister bond
Celebrates family bonds
Traditional Arts & Crafts
Discover Bihar's rich artistic heritage passed down through generations
UNESCO recognized
Madhubani Painting
Traditional art form using natural colors and depicting mythological themes
Origin: Mithila region
GI tagged
Sujni Embroidery
Traditional needlework creating beautiful patterns on fabric
Origin: Rural Bihar
Ancient craft
Tikuli Art
Miniature paintings on handmade paper with intricate details
Origin: Patna
Authentic Bihari Cuisine
Taste the flavors that have been cherished for centuries
Main Course
Litti Chokha
Roasted wheat balls served with mashed vegetables, Bihar's signature dish
Ingredients: Wheat, Sattu, Vegetables
Sweet
Thekua
Sweet deep-fried cookies made during festivals, especially Chhath
Ingredients: Wheat flour, Jaggery, Ghee
Beverage
Sattu Drink
Nutritious drink made from roasted gram flour, perfect for summers
Ingredients: Roasted gram flour, Spices
Folk Music & Dance
The rhythms and melodies that echo Bihar's cultural spirit
Bidesia
Folk theater combining music, dance, and drama depicting social issues
Bhikhari Thakur tradition
Jat-Jatin
Traditional folk songs narrating love stories and rural life
Village communities
Jhumar
Group dance performed during harvest festivals with rhythmic movements
Folk dancers
Cultural Values
The principles that guide Bihari society
Respect for Elders
Deep reverence for wisdom and experience
Community Unity
Strong bonds within families and communities
Cultural Pride
Preservation of traditions and heritage
Spiritual Values
Integration of spirituality in daily life