West Champaran
Home to the Valmiki National Park and Tiger Reserve, West Champaran is a district of immense natural beauty and biodiversity.
About West Champaran
West Champaran, headquartered at Bettiah, is the largest district of Bihar by area. It is known for its lush green forests, the Valmiki Tiger Reserve, and its border with Nepal.
History
The district is associated with the hermitage of Sage Valmiki, where Sita is believed to have stayed. It also has Ashokan pillars, marking its ancient significance.
Economy
Agriculture and agro-based industries dominate. It is a major producer of sugarcane and rice. Tourism is also a growing sector.
Tourist Attractions
Top attractions are Valmiki National Park (Tiger Reserve), Ashokan Pillar at Lauriya Nandangarh, and Bhitiharwa Ashram.
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Tourist Places
Bhitiharwa Gandhi Ashram
A historical site where Mahatma Gandhi and his wife Kasturba Gandhi stayed during the Champaran Satyagraha. It houses a museum showcasing their life and the freedom struggle.
Lauriya Nandangarh
An archaeological site with a well-preserved Ashokan pillar and a series of 20 ancient burial mounds (stupas).
Valmiki National Park
A tiger reserve and wildlife sanctuary located in the West Champaran district of Bihar, forming the easternmost limit of the Himalayan Terai forests in India.
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