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Although I visited Vishwa Shanti Stupa years ago at Rajgir (Bihar), but was not aware of Gridhakuta (Vulture’s Peak) nearby. Shanti Stupa is made by the Japanese. You may visit via the ropeway (Rs. 60 to and fro) or via…
Upon arrival at Nalanda Mahavihara, we were greeted by R. B. Prasad, The guide. An old man having immense knowledge about Nalanda and its History. He enhanced our knowledge as follows: – This place was visited by Lord Buddha 2500…
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(Distance of Towns and Cities from Rajgir in Km) Rajgir – 0, Patna – 97, Bakhtiarpur – 51, Mokama – 75, Barbigha – 49, Nalanda – 10, Biharsharif – 20
Benefits of Forests to Society – This photo was taken at the entrance of Venuvan at Rajgir in Bihar. Venuvan or Bamboos Grove was gifted to Lord Buddha by King Bimbisar as a residence.
The great Jain sage Vairadeva ji got the two caves constructed in the 3rd or 4th century A.D. These caves were meant for meditation. According to legend, these caves were King Bimbisar’s treasury. Hence, these are also known as ‘Swarn Bhandar.”…
Jarasandh Ka Akhara is approx. one km from Sone Bhandar Caves.
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