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Bodhgaya is considered one of the holiest places for Buddhists. It is situated near the bank of the river named lilajan river and it was known by the name Uruwela during the Buddhist time. It is the old saying that a Buddhist was born on the Baisakhi Purnima. The first temple of the Buddhists was built in this area by the great emperor Ashoka. Bodhgaya is a well-known pilgrimage place that is famous for its Buddhist culture and traditions. Many people from different places come to visit this place. Bodhgaya place has the tallest statue of a Buddhist which is now a symbol of holy. This place does not have a single noise as no transport is used to travel, only vehicles are used which are noiseless. The place is very much peaceful and people get relaxed from various stresses they used to have during their day-to-day activities.
Nalanda district in Bihar is one of the prime tourist hotspots in the state. The destination is historically and culturally rich and is home to the ancient Nalanda University, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The university of Nalanda shot to fame during ancient times and attained legendary status for its contribution to education, culture, and civilization. Set around 95 km from Patna, the capital city of Bihar, the city is visited by a huge number of travelers from across the globe.
Rajgir, meaning the abode of Kings, has been mentioned first in the ancient Hindu epic Mahabharata as the capital of Magadh, ruled by the mighty King Jarasandha. Although the exact time of the origin of this city has not been established, it is estimated by scholars that it must be around 3,000 years old.
Rajgir has been mentioned in ancient Buddhist and Jain scriptures and also in the travelogues of Buddhist travellers Huen Tsang and Fa Hian who visited India during the Mauryan and Gupta times. The city is divided in two parts, the old fortified city which lies in the valley surrounded by seven hills (Chhatha, Ratna, Saila, Sona, Udaya, Vaibhara and Vipula) and the new city established by Ajatshatru, the son of Bimbisara and a contemporary of Lord Buddha.