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Bimbisara's jail

Overview

  • •This archeological site is believed to be the jail in which King Ajatshatru imprisoned his father Bimbisara.
  • •From his prison cell, Bimbisara could see Buddha meditating on the Vulture Peak (Gridhakuta).

Highlights

  • This archeological site is believed to be the jail in which King Ajatshatru imprisoned his father Bimbisara.
  • From his prison cell, Bimbisara could see Buddha meditating on the Vulture Peak (Gridhakuta).

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Modest, respectful clothing is expected at this site.

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This archeological site is believed to be the jail in which King Ajatshatru imprisoned his father Bimbisara. From his prison cell, Bimbisara could see Buddha meditating on the Vulture Peak (Gridhakuta).

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This archeological site is believed to be the jail in which King Ajatshatru imprisoned his father Bimbisara. From his prison cell, Bimbisara could see Buddha meditating on the Vulture Peak (Gridhakuta).

It is about 4 km from central Rajgir.

The most comfortable months are January, February, March, November and December; June is the hottest, with highs around 37°C.

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Best Time

October to March

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