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Vaishali is where Lord Mahavira (founder of Jainism) was born and where Gautama Buddha gave his last sermon. One of the world's earliest republics (6th century BC). A profoundly peaceful site.
Must-see highlights
Ashoka Pillar (lauriya nandangarh pillar)
Abhishek Pushkarni sacred coronation tank
World Peace Pagoda (Vishwa Shanti Stupa)
Mahavira's birthplace shrine at Vaishali
Buddha's relics stupa (Kolhua)
Bawan Pokhar Temple archaeological site
Ananda Stupa ruins
Raja Bisal ka Garh ancient fort site
Coronation Tank boat ride
Licchavi museum excavations
Patna day trip (55km) historical sites
On the map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Hajipur 15km · Patna Airport 55km
Nearby attractions
Ashoka PillarCoronation TankBuddha StupaVaishali MuseumRelic Stupa
How to get here
Patna → Vaishali
bus · 1.5h
₹80
approx.
Patna → Vaishali
cab · 1.5h
₹900
approx.
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October – March
Nearest Transport
Hajipur15 km
Patna Airport55 km
Stay Options
budget₹400/night
mid₹1,100/night
luxury₹2,800/night
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