Rajgir
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The first capital of Magadha, set in a ring of hills and sacred to Buddhists, Jains and Hindus.
Pilgrimage siteNalanda districtBest time to visit: October to March
Highlights
- Griddhakuta (Vulture’s Peak), where the Buddha preached
- The Vishwa Shanti Stupa on Ratnagiri hill, reached by ropeway
- Hot springs at the Brahma Kund
- Ancient Cyclopean wall and Jain temples on the hills
Significance
Rajgir was the capital of King Bimbisara and King Ajatashatru. The Buddha and Lord Mahavira both spent many rainy seasons here, and the first Buddhist Council was held nearby.