Buddhist & Spiritual Bihar
Find peace in the land where Buddha halted and enlightenment dawned.
Bodh Gaya
The holiest of Buddhist sites, where Prince Siddhartha attained enlightenment.
- Mahabodhi Temple
- Bodhi Tree
Combine with: Rajgir, Nalanda
"Anyone seeking peace, meditation, and history."
Vaishali
The first republic of the world.
- Ashokan Pillar
- Buddha Stupa
Combine with: Patna, Kesaria
"Day trippers from Patna and history enthusiasts."
Gaya
A major Hindu pilgrimage center for Pind Daan.
- Vishnupad Temple
- Mangla Gauri Temple
Combine with: Bodh Gaya, Rajgir
"Performing ancestral rites (Pind Daan) and temple visits."
Kesaria
Home to the world’s tallest Buddhist Stupa.
- The Great Stupa
- Ancient Excavations
Combine with: Vaishali, Kushinagar
"History Buffs"
Pawapuri
A holy Jain pilgrimage site known for the Jal Mandir.
- Jal Mandir
- Samosharan Temple
Combine with: Rajgir, Nalanda
"Pilgrims"
Patna Sahib
Birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh Ji. One of the holiest Sikh Takhts.
- Harmandir Sahib
- Guru ka Bagh
Combine with: Patna Museum, Golghar
"Spiritual Seekers"
Mundeshwari Temple
Considered the oldest functional temple in the world.
- The Temple
- Paunra Hill View
Combine with: Kaimur Hills, Sasaram
"Pilgrims"
Gridhakuta (Vulture's Peak)
The Buddha's favorite retreat.
- Peace Pagoda chairlift
- The Peak
Combine with: Rajgir, Nalanda
"Pilgrims"