About
An ancient city sacred to both Buddhists and Jains. Buddha preached here for 12 years. Features natural hot springs, the Griddhakuta Hill, Vishwa Shanti Stupa, and the Rajgir Ropeway.
Must-see highlights
Vishwa Shanti Stupa ropeway
Griddhakuta Hill (Vulture Peak)
Rajgir hot springs (Brahma Kund)
Venuvan Bamboo Grove (Buddha meditated)
Maniyar Math
Cyclopic Wall (3000 yr old)
Glass Bridge (new)
Jivakamravana ruins
Rajgir Zoo Safari
Ajatshatru Fort
Sone Bhandar Caves
On the map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Rajgir 1km · Patna Airport 110km
Nearby attractions
Vishwa Shanti StupaGriddhakuta HillNatural Hot SpringsNalanda (20km)Pawapuri (25km)Glass Bridge
How to get here
Patna → Rajgir
train · 3h
₹100
approx.
Patna → Rajgir
bus · 3.5h
₹120
approx.
Nalanda → Rajgir
cab · 30m
₹400
approx.
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Add to my tripBest Time to Visit
October – March
Nearest Transport
Rajgir1 km
Patna Airport110 km
Stay Options
budget₹450/night
mid₹1,300/night
luxury₹3,500/night
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