7 Places To Visit in Bihar The Land of Lord Buddha

PLACES TO VISIT IN BIHAR

Bodhgaya

 

If you wish to experience the vibrations of enlightenment and spirituality, Bodhgaya is a place just perfect for you. That is what makes Bodhgaya the most visited destinations of the world.

What to See

*Mahabodhi Temple & its ancient architecture
*The Bodhi Tree - where Lord Budha became enlightenment
*Great Buddha Statue - The eighty feet statue of Lord Buddha is a major attraction in Bodhgaya.
*Dungeswari Caves
*Bodhi Sarovar
*Chankaramana

Nalanda

 

Nalanda represents rich ancient legacy of knowledge in Bihar. Founded in the 5th century AD, Nalanda constitutes the most ancient university in the region.

What to See

*Ancient University
*Nalanda University Ruins Archeological Complex
*Nalanda Archeological Museum

Vaishali

 

 

There are places in this world, which might seem ordinary but going little close to them will make you realize their rich ancient historical legacy. Vaishali is one of them. Vaishali looked like an ordinary place covered with lush green mango and banana trees, but excavations revealed its rich and impressive historical past. They tell us that King Vishal ruled once here with his might and power.

What to See

*Ashokan Pillar
*Bawan Pokhar Temple
*Budha Stupas
*Raja Vishal’s Garh
*Kundanlpur

Kushinagar

 

Kushinagar is famous because of its affiliations with Budha’s cremation. It is here Buddha finally got rid of this birth-death cycle, which is synonymous to liberation in Hindu religious philosophy.

What to See

*Nirvana Temple
*Rambhar Stupa
*Mata Kaur Shrine
*Japanese Temple

Pawapuri

 

This place draws its affiliations to Jainism as Lord Mahavira breathed his last at Pawapuri. This place is also known for its rich cultural legacy in terms of spiritualism and enlightenment.

What to See

*Jalmandir
*Samoahram

Rajgir

 

Rajgir is among the few top most visited destinations of India. The place is surrounded by lush green environment and is the most beautiful places of India. The place is famous for its close affiliations to Lord Buddha, who walked on this place and taught the basic tenets to attain enlightenment.

What to See

*Jarashand ka Akhara
*Jivakameavan Gardens
*Ajatshatru Fort
*Cyclopean Wall
*Shanti Stupa
*Venu Vana
*Sonbhandar Caves
*Karanda Tank
*Bimbisar Jail
*Veerayatan
*Jain Temple
*Chariot Route Marks
*Hot Springs
*Pippala Cave
*Swarn Bhandar

Patna

 

 

Patna has emerged as one of the most sought tourist places in Bihar. Located on the southern parts of the Ganges, the place offers rich historical legacy coupled with myriad ways of fun and enjoyment.

What to See

*Hanuman Mandir
*Kumhrar is best known for impressive artifacts and ruins dating back to the Mauryan times.
*Takht Shri Harmandir Saheb: Yet another place is Takht Shri Harmandir Saheb, one of the most important   places of Sikhs. It  is constructed by Guru Gobind Singh Ji also known as Takht Shri Patna Sahib.
*Golghar is yet another important place meant for storing huge stacks of grains to combat the famine situation.
*Jadu Ghar, Patna Museum houses a wide collection of sculptors and ancient belongings of Indian history.
*State Secretariat Building is yet another place to cherish came into existence in the year 1942.
*Patna Planetarium is one of the largest Planetariums of Asia.
*Qila House also known as Jalan House is where one can find the Chinese paintings and various far eastern works of art.