Rajgir Mahautsav, Bihar festival ,2015

Rajgir festival 

28 November,2015 to 12 December, 2015

Inauguration on 28 November, 2015
by Shree Nitish Kumar ji, CM Bihar  

WisomWinds team shares the basic information about the mesmerizing Rajgir.

Rajgir , Bihar, India 

Rajgir is a city with great historical significance, situated in the Nalanda district of Bihar, India. The city of Rajgir was the capital of the kingdom of Magadha, which evolved into the Mauryan Empire. The city was fortified by the five hills and the stone wall which was built and still exists in parts. It is considered to be Buddha’s favorite place for meditation.

Places to see

Chariot Wheel Mark and Sheel Characters
Vishwa Shanti Stupa(Rope way)
Griddhakuta Peak
Hiuen Tsang Memorial Hall
Ghora Katora Lake
Venu Vana Kalandakanivapa
Rajgir Hot Springs
Sonabhandara Caves
Veerayatan Museum
Jivaka’s Mango Garden
Fort of Ajatshatru and Bimbisara”s Prison
Ashoka Stupa Peak
Bimbisar Jail
Swarna Bhandar
Yesthivana
Jarasandha’s Baithak
The Cyclopean Wall
Jarasandha ka Akhara
Saptaparni Cave
Maniyar Math
Shankhalipi Inscriptions

How to reach

Air: The nearest is Gaya International Airport, approx is 80 km which is connected to many International Destinations. Another airport is at Patna 110 km.
Rail: nearest convenient rail station is at Gaya 80 km.
Road: Rajgir is connected by road to Patna – 110 km, Nalanda – 15 km, Gaya – 80 km,
For Local Transport is also available Taxis and Buses and Tongas are available.

Weather

Summer season: Summers varies from March to June. Temperature ranges from a maximum of 45°C to 47°C to a minimum of 27 °C during this period. Preferred clothing is cotton clothes for comfort in this season.
Monsoon season: Monsoon varies from June to September .Climate is pleasant in this season that allows the tourists to enjoy and view the famous sights.
Winter season: Winter varies from December to February. Preferred clothing is warm clothes for this season.

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