About Bapu Tower
Bapu Tower is a 120-foot cylindrical memorial-cum-museum located in Gardanibagh, Patna, Bihar, dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. Built by the Bihar Government's Building Construction Department, the six-storey tower commemorates Gandhi's association with Bihar, particularly the 1917 Champaran Satyagraha. It houses galleries, orientation theatre, and exhibits on Gandhi's life and philosophy, serving as an educational and cultural landmark in the state capital.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a 120-foot cylindrical tower with six floors of exhibition galleries dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. The interior features orientation theatre, audio-visual displays, photographs, artworks and installations tracing Gandhi's life, his time in Bihar and the Champaran Satyagraha. The building has a modern circular design with elevator access, viewing areas, and landscaped surroundings in central Patna.
Key highlights
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120-foot high cylindrical tower with six exhibition floors dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi
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Galleries showcasing Gandhi's life, philosophy and his connection to Bihar including Champaran Satyagraha 1917
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Orientation theatre and audio-visual installations for educational experience
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Modern architecture with viewing gallery and landscaped premises in Gardanibagh
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Built by Building Construction Department, Government of Bihar as a memorial-cum-museum
History of Bapu Tower
Bapu Tower is dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi and commemorates his deep association with Bihar, notably the Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 which was Gandhi's first satyagraha movement in India. The tower was constructed by the Government of Bihar to preserve and present Gandhi's life, ideals and contributions through museum exhibits.
Culture & Context
The tower serves as a cultural and educational centre promoting Gandhian philosophy of truth, non-violence and satyagraha. It is a landmark honoring Mahatma Gandhi, reverently called Bapu, and functions as a place for learning about his legacy for visitors and students.
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