Nalanda , Rajgir
About Nalanda
Nalanda city is an ancient center for learning, which is situated 88 km from the southeastern end of Patna. The red brick structure covers over 14 hectares of land. The world renowned and ancient University of Nalanda was established during the rule of a king called Śakrāditya, who belonged to the Gupta Dynasty. Nalanda is marked by Buddhist influence. The university is believed to be a masterpiece, and is marked by a lofty wall and one gate. Nalanda had eight separate compounds and 10 temples, beside several different meditation halls and study rooms. The grounds of the university are covered with lakes and parks. The library was situated in an exceedingly 9-storied building wherever meticulous copies of texts were made. The university attracted pupils and students from countries like Japan, China, Tibet, Indonesia, Persia and Turkey.
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Jalmandir Temple, Bihar
20.2 km from Nalanda - See map
Jalmandir Temple as the name implies is situated amongst a lake that is blooming with lotuses. The temple is dedicated to lord Mahivra and is...
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Pawapuri Jain Temple, Bihar
21.9 km from Nalanda - See map
The Pawapuri Jain Temple is situated at a distance of about 100 km Southeastern end of Patna. Lord Mahivra had spent his last days in this temple...
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Barabar Caves ( Barabar Hills ), Bihar
60.8 km from Nalanda - See map
Located about 25 KMs from Gaya, Barabar Hills have India's oldest surviving rock-cut caves called Barabar Caves. The Barabar caves probably belong...
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Takhat Sri Harimandir Ji - Patna Saheb, Bihar
69.8 km from Nalanda - See map
The Takhat Shri Harimandirji Patna Sahib is a place of high religious importance to the Sikh community as it is the birthplace of the tenth Sikh...
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Qila House & Jalan Museum, Bihar
69.8 km from Nalanda - See map
Jalan Museum is also known as the Qila house, built at the base of sher shah’s fort. The late Diwan Radha Krishan Jalan had constructed the...
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Begu Hajjam Mosque, Bihar
72.1 km from Nalanda - See map
Begu Hajjam Mosque is on the eastern end of Khajekalan Ghat. It was constructed under the Husain dynasty, under the orders of Alauddin Hussain...
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Patan Devi Temple, Bihar
72.8 km from Nalanda - See map
Patan Devi Temple is situated at Maharajganj, which is approximately six miles towards the east of Patna railway station. The temple is divided...
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Agam Kuan, Bihar
74 km from Nalanda - See map
The word Agam Kuan means "unfathomable well", is said to date back to the period of Maurya emperor, Asoka. He used the well to torturing people....
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Gandhi Sangrahalaya, Bihar
79.8 km from Nalanda - See map
Gandhi Sangrahalaya is located on the northwest corner of the famous Gandhi Maidan. The museum highlights the role of the father of nation in the...
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Golghar, Bihar
80.1 km from Nalanda - See map
Golghar or Gol Ghar is a granary located to the west of Gandhi Maidan. Captain John Garstin built the architectural marvel; in 1786.The, purpose...
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Srikrishna Science Centre, Bihar
80.2 km from Nalanda - See map
Srikrishna Science Centre is named after a former chief minister of the state and was established in the year 1978. The science centre is a place...
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Vishnupad Temple, Bihar
81.3 km from Nalanda - See map
Vishnupad temple, so named because it houses a large footprint of Lord Vishnu, is a holy place of worship and offering for Hindus. The temple and...
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