Location: Rajgir
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What to do and see in Rajgir, Bihar: The Best Free Things to do
Rajgir (originally known as Girivraj) is a city and a notified area in Nalanda district in the Indian state of Bihar. The city of Rajgir (ancient Rājagṛha; Pali: Rājagaha was the first capital of the kingdom of Magadha, a state that would eventually evolve into the Mauryan Empire. Its date of origin is unknown, although ceramics dating to about 1000 BC have been found in the city. This area is also notable in Jainism and Buddhism as one of the favorite places for Lord Mahavira and Gautama Buddha and the well known "Atanatiya" conference was held at Vulture's Peak mountain.
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1. Griddhakuta Peak
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4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By JoyBoseRoy - Bengaluru, India
This peak can be climbed in less than one hour from Rajgir. There is also a ropeway but that goes to a different nearby hill. It is shaped like a vulture's beak if you see it from a certain angle, hence the name vultures peak The atmosphere at the top is amazing and very conducive to meditation. Many devotees come in the peak season to meditate. There is a small shrine where the buddha used to sit and meditate, on base of the hut on the peak. There is also another ananda hut a little distance away. Below the peak there are ruins of a mauryan era monastery, a few caves notably those of Shariputra and Maudgalanya, lots of Tibetan prayer flags and so on. Those caves are also good for worshipping and meditating. One nice way to gain some merit by cleaning the place, if it is dirty. Some people who come do not know the significance of the place and treat it as a picnic spot, especially in off season. Better to come early in the morning when its cool and easier to climb.
2. Vishwa Shanti Stupa
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4.5 based on 129 reviews
Reviewed By sanjay8947 - Faridabad, India
You feel peace and blessed... use rope way to reach there.. the scenic view very awesome and divine.. you you are trekking lover then its also a right place for trekking..
3. Ashoka Stupa Peak
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4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By RohitB1491
This ashoka's to place is very good and looks very beautiful type of environment and I go there again and again because I love that place and I will also convince new to go by yourself or with group to see and watch The Ashoka Stupa and give the review
