About
Ruins of the great Nalanda University (5th–12th century AD), once the world's largest residential learning institution with 10,000 students from across Asia. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Must-see highlights
Nalanda University ruins (UNESCO)
Archaeological Museum (2000 artifacts)
Stupa complex & cells
Xuanzang Memorial Hall
Nalanda Multimedia Museum
Hiuen Tsang Memorial
Sariputta Stupa
Meditation Hall ruins
Thai Monastery
Nava Nalanda Mahavihara library
On the map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Rajgir 20km · Patna Airport 95km
Nearby attractions
Nalanda Archaeological MuseumNalanda University (new)RajgirPawapuriGiriyak Hot Springs
How to get here
Patna → Nalanda
bus · 2.5h
₹120
approx.
Bodh Gaya → Nalanda
cab · 1.5h
₹1,200
approx.
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October – March
Nearest Transport
Rajgir20 km
Patna Airport95 km
Stay Options
budget₹400/night
mid₹1,200/night
luxury₹3,000/night
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