Patna is a place whose history dates back to 2700 years. Hence, there are a number of museums that houses artifacts, sculptures, earthenwares, figurines especially the terracota ones, and instruments of olden times. 

The 2000-year old Didarganj Yakshini statue of Mauryan times is the one of the main attractions of Bihar Museum. To unfold the history of Bihar, and the personalities related to Bihar, there are many museums which can be walked through in this tour. To name a few, Rajendra Smriti Sangrahalay, Gandhi Sangrahalay and the historic Gandhi Maidan.