History
Rajgir (or Rajagriha) is a city in Bihar in India. It is 15 km from the ruins of Nalanda University, and 100 km from Patna, the capital of the state.
Overview
Rajgir (or Rajagriha) is a city in Bihar in India. It is 15 km from the ruins of Nalanda University, and 100 km from Patna, the capital of the state.
Historical Timeline
558
Rajgir was the capital of Haryanka dynasty kings Bimbisara (558–491 BC) and Ajatashatru (492–460 BC).
1200
An ancient temple (about 1200 years old) dedicated to Tirthankara Munisuvrata is also present here along with many other Jain temples.
1969
Rajgir Mahotsav Purushottam Maas Mela Sariputta World Peace Walk Makar Sankranti Mela Japanese monk Nichidatsu Fujii, the founder of Nipponzan Myohoji order of Buddhism established a white stupa atop Ratnagiri hills in Rajgir, which was ina
Historical Sites
Saptaparni Cave
Vulture Peak
Pant Wildlife Sanctuary
Giriyak Stupa
Chariot Tracks
Notable Figures
Saptaparni Cave
Vulture Peak
Pant Wildlife Sanctuary
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