Rajgir, meaning “The city of Kings” is a historic town in the district of Nalanda in Bihar, India. As the ancient seat and capital of the Haryanka dynasty, the Pradyota dynasty, the Brihadratha dynasty and the Mauryan Empire , as well as the dwelling ground of such historical figures as the Buddha and the Mahavira , the city hold a place of prominence in Hindu, Buddhist and Jain scriptures.
The Rajgir was the first capital of ancient Kingdom of Magadha, a state that would eventually evolve into the Mauryan Empire. The town is also notable in Jainism and Buddhism. It was the birthplace of 20th Jain Tirthankar Munisuvrata, and is closely associated with the Mahavira and the Buddha. Both Mahavira and Buddha taught their belief in Rajgir, during 5th and the 6th century B.C.

Rajgir meaning the city of King.

Ghora Katora Lake, is the natural lake , which means “Horse Bowl” is near to the city of Rajgir in Bihar.
This lake is surrounded by mountains on three of the sides.This Lake attracts migratory birds from Siberia and central Asia during winter.


Hiuen Tsang Memorial hall , this is located near the ruins of ancient Nalanda University, this Hall is in memory of Chinese scholar and traveller Hiuen Tsang.

Swarn Bhandar Caves ,
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