Roots of many religions...ironically!!
I "googled" my home town Bihar today, and found some very powerful descriptors for it. As per Wikipedia, "Bihar is a state in East of India, bordering Nepal. It is divided by the River Ganges, which floods its fertile plains ( flood literally yes ). The official portal of Bihar Government says, "Bihar (Hindi: बिहार, Urdu: بہار,) is the 12th largest state in terms of geographical size at 38,202 sq mi (98,940 km2) and 3rd largest by population. Almost 58% of Biharis are below the age of 25,which is the highest proportion in India (is this statement is of any significance at all when majority of this young population does not even reside in the State ). Amongst all Indian states, Bihar is the one most intimately linked to Buddha’s life..." It is an important Buddhist pilgrimage place. Also in the state capital Patna, Mahavir Mandir temple is revered by Hindus, while Sikhs worship at the domed, riverside Gurdwara of Takht Sri Harmandir Sahib Ji....