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Rajgir

Bihar, India · Pilgrimage · ★ 4.5/5

Namaste · Welcome to Rajgir

About Rajgir

An ancient capital ringed by five hills where the Buddha preached the Lotus Sutra and Mahavira spent 14 monsoons — a single valley sacred to Buddhism, Jainism and Hinduism, with hot springs and a Japanese-built peace pagoda on its highest hill.

Best Time to Visit

October to March

Winter brings the Rajgir Mahotsav cultural festival (late October), comfortable hill walks (15–25°C) and clear views from the Vishwa Shanti Stupa. The Brahmakund hot springs are most enjoyable November–February.

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Travel Tips

  • Take the chairlift up Ratnagiri Hill to the Vishwa Shanti Stupa (built 1969 by Japanese Nipponzan-Myōhōji monks) — the queue is shortest at sunrise
  • Bathe at Brahmakund — separate enclosures for men and women, water is naturally 45°C
  • Visit Saptaparni Cave where the First Buddhist Council was held in 483 BCE; reach by a 1-km uphill walk from Vaibhava Hill

How to Reach Rajgir

Rajgir is located in Bihar, India at coordinates 25.0269°N, 85.4198°E. You can reach Rajgir by air (nearest airport in Bihar), train, or road. Use YatraJunction's free fare calculator to compare live train, bus and flight prices, and to build an AI-powered itinerary tailored to your budget and travel dates.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Rajgir?
The best time to visit Rajgir is October to March. Winter brings the Rajgir Mahotsav cultural festival (late October), comfortable hill walks (15–25°C) and clear views from the Vishwa Shanti Stupa. The Brahmakund hot springs are most enjoyable November–February.
What are the top travel tips for Rajgir?
Take the chairlift up Ratnagiri Hill to the Vishwa Shanti Stupa (built 1969 by Japanese Nipponzan-Myōhōji monks) — the queue is shortest at sunrise. Bathe at Brahmakund — separate enclosures for men and women, water is naturally 45°C. Visit Saptaparni Cave where the First Buddhist Council was held in 483 BCE; reach by a 1-km uphill walk from Vaibhava Hill.

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