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In what ways was Pataliputra different from Mohenjodaro?  

Answer:

Difference between Pataliputra and Mohenjodaro: Pataliputra: This is a large and beautiful city. It is surrounded by a massive wall. It has 570 towers and 64 gates. The houses, of two and three storeys, are built of wood and mud brick. The king's palace is also of wood, and decorated with stone carvings. It is surrounded with gardens and enclosures for keeping birds."   Mohenjodaro: There was no king, hence there was no palace. The city was divided into two parts—the citadel and the surrounding area. The houses were single storeyed and made of bricks.