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Jarasandha Ka Akhara

Jarasandha Ka Akhara, located near the Vaibhava Hill, was previously a wrestling arena and place for martial arts training for the armies which stood against Lord Krishna and the Yadava clan for King Jarasandha of Magadha. The great battle between Bheema and Jarasandha took place right here. The battle lasted for a month, according to legend, and in the end Bheem tore Jarasandha's body into half to defeat and kill him. Now a deserted ruins with overgrown flora, it is a favourite spot for picnickers. Read More

Jarasandha's Baithak

Jarasandha's Baithak, located near Vaibhava Hill, is a rectangular stone at the foot which was used when Jarasandha of Mahabharata was the rule of Magadha. The locals believe that the place used to be an outpost of the military and had locations which were used as living quarters for the soldiers. The rock has two parallel cuts on it and it is famous, as the belief is that Lord Krishna made the cuts himself during the many battles between Jarasandha and Yadavas. Read More

Jivaka's Mango Garden

Jivaka's Mango Garden is located in the Jivakameavan Gardens inside Rajgir City. Jivaka was the Royal Physician of Bimbisara and Ajatashatru, the Magadha rulers; and he had his dispensary within this garden gifted to him by Bimbisara, and used the plants here to make Ayurvedic medicines and cure his patients. He was famous for being the one who treated Lord Buddha's wounds when Buddha came to him for treatment. The garden contains the ruins of an old monastery built by the doctor. Read More

Makhdum Kund is one of the locations in Rajgir which is popular among the Muslim devotees for religious and spiritual purposes. It is a Muslim shrine and also a hot spring near the Vipula Hills. The Hot Springs are named after the Muslim Saint Makhdum Saheb. According to local legends he spent twelve years in the jungles of Rajgir near this region during the 13th century. The hottest spring has a temperature of over 450 degrees Celcius. There are separate areas for men and women to bathe, where the temperature is fitting. Read More

The Maniar Matth was once a monastery of a cult that worshipped snakes. This can be seen by the figures of different snakes that are found here. The structure is in the shape of a stupa and named after a small shrine that was found here on excavation. Buddha photos are seen on the outer walls.

Pandu Pokhar is a nature-cum-amusement park which extends for a sprawling 22 acres across the foothills of the Rajhara hills in Rajgir. From lovely gardens with crisscrossing walkways, the tranquil lake for boating and meditation point to open air amphitheatre, bronze statues of King Pandu and arenas for kid's entertainment, Pandu Pokhar park brings recreation and spirituality together perfectly.

Rajgir city is famous for the seven hot springs or Saptarshi, which come and mingle together into a big pool of warm water, named Brahmakund. This is a holy place for bathing of the Hindus, Buddhists and Jains alike. The water is said to contain medicinal properties and healing features, and was visited by the likes of Gautam Buddha and Mahavira.

Said to be the oldest ropeway in India, the Rajgir ropeway line is a wonderful excursion in the cradle of nature. It is the only ropeway in existence in the state of Bihar. The single person seater rope line is a thrilling adventure that leads you all the way to the top of the scenic Ratnagiri Hill which houses the famous Vishwa Shanti Stupa, also known as the Peace Pagoda. The chairlift ropeway rises to a height of over 1000 feet from the ground level and is a thrilling ride to undertake. The area falls under the Pant Wildlife Sanctuary which provides unmatched views of the surrounding forest area. The ropeway gives access to the Buddhist memorabilia and constructions of a bygone era on the hilltop, coupled with picturesque views, there's nothing more you can ask for! Rajgir's location is set in a valley so that you can expect beautiful sightseeing views all around you. The place is richly associated with Buddhism and its practices, rituals and culture. Plans have been implemented to list the Rajgir ropeway as an important heritage site by the Bihar government under the suggestion of the Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation (BSTDC). It has been an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists, Hindus and Jains alike for centuries. There are several other landmarks on the hill top that possess great religious, historical and cultural significance. The important city of Rajgir has long been in historical records that date back thousands of years, finding its presence in age-old Mahabharata, Buddhist and Jain texts and the Rajgir ropeway is just another fantastic addition to your places to visit. Read More

Located on the Vaibhava Hills, Saptaparni Caves was the host to the First Buddhist Council, attended by over 500 monks and was led by Maha Kashyapa.

Two kilometres away from the jail of Bimbisar, the Sankhalipi Inscriptions are seen to be inscribed on the rocky terrain. Near the inscriptions are two parallel marks which are said to have been made by the wheels of Sri Krishna's Chariot. The inscriptions are of great cultural significance, as well as a tourist spot, as they provide a better insight into the society of the time during Mahabharata era.