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Rajgir & Nalanda

Ancient hills sacred to the Buddha, beside the world's oldest university

A pair of Bihar towns central to Buddhist and Jain history — the ruins of the world's first residential university at Nalanda, and the hot springs and stupas of Rajgir.

Duration
2 days
Estimated cost
6,000 - ₹12,000
Best time to visit
October to March
Nearest hub
Rajgir
Good for
Solo, Couples, Family
CulturePhotographyUnder ₹10,000₹10,000 - ₹25,000

2-day itinerary for Rajgir & Nalanda

  1. Day 1: Rajgir

    • Ropeway up to the Vishwa Shanti Stupa
    • Rajgir hot springs
  2. Day 2: Nalanda

    • Nalanda Mahavihara ruins
    • Nalanda Archaeological Museum
    • Departure

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