Best 7 Places to Visit in Rajgir - Bihar Tourism Rajgir

Tourist Place Near Patna

Bihar is a state in East India, bordering Nepal. It is divided by the River Ganges, Bihar is also known as a land of Buddha. It is a very beautiful state having many famous tourist places and Important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Bodh Gaya include the Bodhi Tree in Bodhgaya’s Mahabodhi Temple, under which the Buddha allegedly meditated. In the state capital, Patna Bihar Tourism Rajgir Mahavir Mandir temple is revered by Hindus and Takht Sri Harmandir Sahib Ji for Sikhs pilgrims and many more Places to Visit in Rajgir.

Takht Sri Harmandir Sahib Patna

The Beauty of Rajgir City

Rajgir was the ancient capital city of the kings of Magadha. The name Rajgir literally means “House of the King”. Rajgir pilgrimage is a very important Buddhist site since Lord Buddha spent 12 years over here and also preached two sermons. The first Buddhist Council, after the attainment of Nirvana by Buddha, was hosted over here in the Saptaparni caves. Buddha’s favorite retreat was at the Jivkamaravana monastery located amidst scenic thickets. Bihar Tourism Rajgir Buddhist pilgrimage is one of the most visited sites in India and has many structures built in the Buddhist architectural style.

Some major sites worth seeing and Places to Visit in Rajgir are as follows:

1. Gridhakuta Hill

The Gridhakuta hill is also known as the Vulture’s Peak. This is the place where Lord Buddha preached many of his teachings and sermons. Upon the attainment of enlightenment, he preached two of the most important sermons known as Lotus Sutra and the Prajnaparamita over here.





Gridhakuta Hill, Rajgir Bihar



2. Hot Springs

The Hot Springs are located at the foot of the Vaibhava hills. The water gushes out from the stream named “Saptadhara”. The hottest spring over here is the Brahmakund, which is 45o Celsius. There are separate bathing places for men and women and the water is supposed to have medicinal properties.


3. Waterfalls





Waterfalls Rajgir Bihar

The word ‘Bihar’ has been derived from the Sanskrit and Pali language ‘vihara’ meaning ‘abode’. The state had ‘abodes’ of the Buddhists in nearly all parts of the state. The waterfalls in Bihar have some significance attached to the religion for both the Hindus and Buddhists. Most of the waterfalls in Bihar are found in or near wildlife sanctuaries. Visitors to these waterfalls relish these advantages on their weekends and picnics. The sound of cool water gushing down from rugged territories up ahead relieves all tensions and tiredness after the visit to the waterfalls.


4. Jain Temples Bihar Tourism

The Jain temples on the hills surrounding Rajgir are worth the visit. Not only is it fun to go for a trek on the hills, but also the surrounding landscape provides delightful panorama. There are 26 Jain temples in all.




Jain Temple Bihar

5. Saptparni Cave

The Saptparni Cave was the cave where the first congregation of the Buddhist Council took place after Lord Buddha attained Nirvana. The place also has a Burmese temple and a Japanese temple.


6. Shanti Stupa Bihar Tourism Rajgir

The Shanti Stupa is a beautiful structure in white and is one of the major Buddhist attractions at Rajgir like Mahabodhi Temple Bodhgaya. It is located at the top of Ratnagiri hill. The stupa has four golden statues symbolizing the four major stages in his life: His birth, His enlightenment, His teaching, and His death. The same Shanti Stupa is located in Nalanda. There are such many places to visit in Nalanda and also the oldest Nalanda University.


7. Ghora katora Lake

The Ghora Katora Lake is one of the popular picnic spots of
Rajgir. The name of this lake suggests a bowl of the horse. The site of this lake
is believed to be the place where the stability of Jarasandh was situated.
Jarasandha is a famous character from the Hindu mythological epic, Mahabharata.