Bihar Travel Guide
Since the inception of its history which dates back to 500 year ago Bihar
has been recognized on cradle of movements in the field of art, culture
and religion literature & human rights a postles of peace Lord Buddha,
Mahavir, Great Guru Govind Singh and Mahatma Gandhi and great sufie saint
further heighened with the visit of great chinese tourist Fahien, who
has distinctly narrated the attaintments of the University at that time
took birth on this land. It is the land on which the earliest seeds of
democracy took roots and however hossemed into the form of governence
with the advent of Lord, it withessed a cultural renaissance as in the
preachings of the Lord Buddha was seen the right answer to the woos &
suffering of the rest humanity at the hands of loot, tyranny & boilance.
People embraced Buddhism and the echest holiest sermon Buddham Saranam
Gachhami sent the air reached beyond the boundaries of our country and
seat of leaning at Nalanda, where students outside the boundaries of our
country joined the course got acknowledged the world over. Lord Buddha
delivered his preachings at this place of learning. The glory of Nalanda
gate.
Bihar has basked in the glory of Magadh Empire in the period of Mauryans,
Guptas and Pal, Vikramshila University, whose ruins speak of best as this
glorious deat of learning was constructed during Pal dynasty.
The state of Bihar lies along the eastern Gangetic Plains in North India,
A land that has been the passing of many dynasties of ancient India, Bihar
has also been the birth place of two treat theologies -Buddhism and Jainism.
As a place of pilgrimage for centuries, even the name Bihar is desired
from 'Vihar' as a Buddhist monasteries, Reflecting its ancient history,
Bihar has some of the finest monuments of Hindu and Mughal architecture.
And through the state flows the majestic river Ganga a saga of events
of centuries old civilization. The scenery and climate of the State range
from the foot hills of Himalayas, over the vast and fertile plains of
the Ganga to the hills, forests and wide plateau. The land and people,
fairs and festivals, arts and crafts, flora and fauna of Bihar, are all
epitomes of diversity, which enchant and thrill tourists.
Bihar offers to tourists a variegated wealth of Indian Civilization,
history and culture compled with enqeuisite scenic beauties and wild life
within its precinet are located, places like Rajgir and Patliputra, ancient
capital of mighty magadhan empire, Vaishali-the first republican state
the world; Bodhgaya where lord Buddha attained the suprime enlightenment,
Nalanda-the great seat of international learning and Patna Saheb-the birth
place of Guru Govind Singh, the last Guru of the Sikh.
BodhGaya
Serene and quiet this tiny little village, holiest among holy places
is Bodhgaya, Where the quest of Prince Siddharth was fulfilled after years
of seeking the truth and the saga of Buddha began. He attained the supreme
enlightenment and became 'The Buddha', the enlightened one. Thus Buddhism
was born here under the Peepal Tree. The Prince had been wandering in
search of supreme peace for long six years hither and thither. But it
was at Bodhgaya only where his holy mission was achieved. Bodhgaya has
naturally developed into the most sacred spot for Buddhists from all over
the world, especially the affluent south East Asia.
Lying in sylvan solitude this sacred place is situated on the bank of
river Niranjana (Modern Falgu). It is 13 km. from Gaya town. Gaya is an
important Centre of 'Hindu Pilgrimage' where people go to offer oblations
for the salvation of their dead forefathers.
The Bodhi Tree
At the western side of the Mahabodhi Stupa in Bodhgaya stands the large
and historic Bodhi Tree under which Shakyamuni Buddha, then known as Gautama,
attained enlightenment some 2540 years ago.
Gautama, had been practicing austerities for six years in the area of
the Niranjana River near Bodhgaya. Finally understanding that this could
not lead to realisation, he abandoned his austerities and in the nearby
village of Senani (now also known as Sujata) the Brahmin girl Sujata offered
him milk-rice. Strengthened by this, he took some kusha grass for a mat
and sat under the pipal tree facing east. He resolved not to rise until
he attained enlightenment.
Mahabodhi Temple
The Mahabodhi Temple stands east to the Bodhi Tree. Its architectural
effect is superb. its basement is 48 square feet and it rises in the form
of a slender Pyramid, till it reaches its neck, which is cylindrical in
shape. The total height of the temple is 170 feet and on the top of the
temple are Chatras which symbolise sovereignty of religion. Four towers
on its four corners rise gracefully giving the holy sturcture a poise
and balance.
Vajrasana
Vajrasana, the seat of stability. The Buddha supposed to have say in
meditation gazing east, under the Bodhi tree, where the Vajrasana, the
stone platform is kept.
Ancient Railings
The ancient railings which surround the temple are of first cintury BC
and are very interesting monuments of the country.
Chankaramana
This marks the sacred spot of the Buddha's meditative perambulation during
the third week after pious enlightenment. It is believed that wherever
the Buddha put his feet lotus sprang up.
Animeshlochana
It is belived that the Buddha spent one week here looking towards the
treat Mahabodhi Tree out of gratitude, without twinkling his eyes.
Ratnagar
The Buddha spent one week here, where it is believed that five colours
came out of his body.
Lotus Tank
The sacred tank where it is believed that Buddha had spent one week.
Gaya
13 km. from Bodhgaya, Gaya is a very sacred pilgrim centre for Hindus.
Hindus offer oblation for salvation of their dead parents and forefathers.
The temple of Vishnupad on the bank of river Falgu attracts a very large
number of pilgrims.
Barabar Cave
The Barabar and Nagarjuni Hills are situated about 41 km. from Bodhgaya
(25 kms north of Gaya) and contain, in all, seven rock-cut caves of which
four are in the Barabar hills. Barabar Caves is an important achaeological
site. The caves carved out from solid rocks bear details of the life of
Buddha.
Other Places of Interest
Tibetan Monastery, Thai Monastery, Myanmar Monastery, Chinese Monastery,
Bhutanese Monastery, Japanese Monastery and Sri Lankan Monastery etc.
Where to Stay
There are two bungalows-- Hotel sidhartha Vihar and Hotal Buddha Vihar
of Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation. Other private hotels are
also available.
Rajgir
The Buddha lived in the sixth century BC. Mahavir was born in 567 BC
and the traveller in Bihar will encounter them both constantly. Rajgir
is 10km south of Nalanda and sacred to the memory of the founder of both
Buddhism and Jainism. Lord Buddha spent many months of retreat during
the rainy season here, and used to meditate and preach on Griddhkuta,
the 'Hill of the Vultures'. Lord Mahavir spent fourteen years of his life
at Rajgir and Nalanda. It was in Rajgriha that Lord Buddha delivered some
of his famous sermons and converted king Bimbisara of the Magasha Kingdom
and countless others to his creed. Once a great city, Rajgir is just a
village today, but vestiges of a legendary and historical past remain,
like the cyclopean wall that encircles the town and the marks engraved
in rock that local folklore ascribes to Lord Krishna's chariot. This legend,
like many others associates Rajgir to that distant time when the stirring
events recorded in the epic Mahabharata were being enacted.
Rajgir is located in a verdant valley surrounded by rocky hills.
Amaravana or Jivaka's Mango Garden
Site of the Royal Physician's dispensary where the Lord Buddha was once
brought to have wound dressed by Jivaka, the royal physician during the
reign of Ajatashatru and Bimbisara.
Venuvana
Site of the monastery Venuvana Vihar built by king Bimbisara for Lord
Buddha to reside. This was the King's first offering to Lord Buddha.
Ajatashatru's Fort
Built by Ajatashatru (6th century B.C.), the king of Magadha during
the Buddha's time. The 6.5 sq. metre Ajatashatru's Stupa is also believed
to have been built by him.
Bimbisara's Jail
King Bimbisara was imprisoned here by his impatient son and heir, Ajatashatru.
The captive king chose this site for his incarceration.
Swarna Bhandar
Two rather strange cave chambers were hollowed out of a single massive
rock. One of the chambers is believed to have been the guard room, the
rear wall has two straight vertical lines and one horizontal line cut
into the rock; this 'doorway' is supposed to lead to king Bimbisara treasury.
Inscriptions in the Sankhalipi or shell script, etched into the wall and
so far undeciphered, are believed to give the clue to open the doorway.
The Cyclopean Wall
Once 40 km. long, it encircled ancient Rajgir. Built of massive undressed
stone carefully fitted together, the wall is one of the few important
pre-Mauryan stone structures ever to have been found. Trace of the wall
still subsist, particularly at the exit of Rajgir to Gaya.
Griddhakuta or Vulture's Peak
This was the place where the Lord Buddha set in motion his second wheel
of Law and for three months every year during the rainy season,preached
many inspiring sermons to his disciples.
Jain Temples
On hill crests around Rajgir, far in the distances one can see about
26 Jain temples. They are difficult to approach for the untrained, but
make exciting trekking for those in form.
Hot Springs
At the foot of the Vaibhava Hill. A staircase leads up to the various
temples. Separate bathing places have been organised for men and women
and the water comes through spouts from Saptdhara, the seven streams,
believed to find their source behind the "Saptaparni Caves",
up in the hills. The hottest of the springs is the Brahmakund with a temperature
of 450C.
Pippala Cave
Above the hot springs on the Vaibhava Hill, is a rectangular stone sculpted
by the forces of nature which appears to have been used as a watch tower.
Other Places of Interest
Other archaeological sites including the Karnada Tank where Lord Buddha
used to bathe, the Maniyar Math that dates from the 1st century AD, the
Maraka Kukshi where the still unborn Ajatashatru was cursed as a patricide,
the Rannbhumi where Bhima and Jarasandh fought one of the Mahabharat battles.
The Chariot Route and shell inscriptions are worth a visit for the strangeness
of the phenomenon, two parallel furrows cut deep into the rock for about
thifty feet giving credence to the local belief that they were "burnt"
into the rock by the speed and power of Lord Krishna's chariot when he
entered the city of Rajgir during the epic Mahabharata times. Several
shell inscriptions, the undeciphered characters current in central and
eastern India from the 1st to the 5th centuries AD, are engraved in the
rock around the chariot marks. Virayatan--a Jain temple and Museum.
Where to stay
There are a number of moderately priced hotels availalbe in Rajgir.
Nalanda
Nalanda, where ruins of the great ancient university have been excavated,
is situated at a distance of 90 km. south east of Patna by road. It falls
on way to Rajgir. It is also linked by rail with Patna, Rajgir and Bakhtiyarpur
(on Delhi-Howrah main track).
Hieun Tsang, the renowned Chinese traveller of the seventh century,
says that according to tradition the place owed its name to a Naga of
the same name which resided in a local tank. But he thinks it more probable
that Lord Buddha, in one of his previous births as Bodhisatwa, became
a king with his capital at this place and that his liberality won for
him and his capital the name Nalanda or "Charity without intermission".
The third theory about the name of the place is that it derived from Nalam
plus da. Nalam means lotus which is a symbol for knowledge and Da means
given the place had many lotuses.
Nalanda has a very ancient history. It was frequently visited by Lord
Vardhamana Mahavir and Lord Buddha in the 6th century BC. during his sajourns,
the Lord Buddha found this place prosperous, swelling, teeming with population
and containing mango-groves. It is also supposed to be the birth place
of Sariputra, one of the Chief disciple of the Lord Buddha.
The University of Nalanda was founded in the 5th century by the Gupta
emperors. There were thousands of students and teachers. The courses of
study included scriptures of Buddhism (both Mahayana and Hinayana Schools),
Vedas, Hetu Vidya (Logic), Shabda Vidya (grammar), Chikitsa vidya (medicine)
etc. The university received royal patronage of the great emperor Harshavardhana
of Kannauj and also pala kings.It was a great centre of learning and students
from foreign centre of learning and students from foreign countries were
also attracted to this university.
The Nalanda University Archaeological Complex
The total area of the excavation is about 14 hectares. All the edifices
are of red brick and the gardens are beautiful. The buildings are divided
by a central walkway that goes south to north, the monasteries or "Viharas"
are east of this central alley and the temples of "Chaiyas"
to the west. The Vihara-1 is perhaps the most interesting with its cells
on two floors built around a central courtyard where steps lead up to
what must have been a dais for the professors to address their students.
A small chapel still retains a half broken statue of the Lord Buddha.
The enormous pyramidal mass of the Temple No.3 is impressive and from
its top commands a splendid view of the entire area. It is surrounded
by smaller stupas, many of which are studded with small and big statues
of the Lord Buddha in various poses or 'Mudras'.
The Nalanda Archaeological Museum
Opposite the entrance to the ruins of the university and houses, it has
a small but beautiful collection of Buddhist and Hindu bronzes and a number
of undamaged statues of the Lord Buddha that were found in the area. Two
enormous terracotta Jars of the first century stand intact behind the
museum in a shaded enclosure. The collection includes copper plates and
stone inscriptions, coins, pottery and samples of burnt rice (12th century
AD) found among the ruins here. Open during 10.00 to 17.00 hours. Closed
on Friday.
Nava Nalanda Mahavihara
Nava Nalanda Mahavihara is devoted to study and research in Pali Literature
and Buddhism. This is a new institute, where students from foreign countries
also study.
Hieun Tsang Memorial Hall
A new construcion in memory of the great Chinese traveller, Hieun Tsang.
Other Places of Interest
Silao
In between Nalanda and Rajgir, there is a village namely Silao, where
a very popular local sweet "Khaja" is prepared
Surajpur Baragaon
The lake with its temple to Surya, the Sun god, is a pilgrim
destination twice a year in 'Vaishakha' (April-May) and in "Kartika"
(October-November), during the Chhath Puja or sun Worship.
Where to Stay
Tourists prefer to stay at Rajgir 15 Kms from Nalanda. There are a number
of moderately piced hotels availalbe in Rajgir.
Patna
Beneath the din and bustle of Patna, the capital of Bihar state, has
a fascinating past. And in each chapter of its history, it has been crowned
by a new name- Kusumpur, Pushpapur, Pataliputra and Azeemabad.
Turning over the pages of early Indian history one comes across the name
of the pre-eminent city of Pataliputra. Located at the site where Patna
is today, this city saw the rise and fall of India's first major kingdoms.
Its Period of glory spanned a thousand years, from 6th century B.C. to
5th century A.D. Ajastshatru, second in the line of Magadh Kings, built
a fort at Pataligram on the bank of river Ganga. This later became famous
mauryan metropolis of Pataliputra and was ruled by Chandragupta Maurya
(a contemporary of Alexander) and his grandson Ashok, acclaimed for the
spread of Buddism. Other emperors who ruled from Pataliputra were the
Gupta and Pala Kings, Shershah Suri (16th Century) and Azimush-Shan (18th
Century) grandson of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, who renamed it Azeemabad.
Vestiges of this ancient city can be seen at Kumhrar, Bhikhnapahari, Agamkuan,
Bulandi Bag etc.
Today Patna, the capital of the State of Bihar, is an important business
centre of eastern India. More significantly, it is a gateway to the Buddhist
and Jain pilgrim centres of Vaishali, Rajgir, Nalanda, Bodhgaya and Pawapuri.
GolGhar
This huge and impressive beehive-shaped structure was constructed in
July 1786 by Captain John Garstin following a terrible famine in 1770,
to serve as a state granary. A flight of steps winds round this 29m high
building to the top from where one gets a fine view of the river Ganga
and Patna city.
Museum
It contains metal and stone sculptures of the Maurya and Gupta Periods,
terracota figurines and archaeological finds from different sites in Bihar.
Among its prized exhibit are Ashes of the Buddha, image of Yakshi (3rd
century B. C.), and a 16 metre long fossilized tree.
Harmandirji
This shrine consecrates the birthplace of the tenth religious preceptor
of the Sikh faith, Guru Gobind Singh. Originally built by Maharaja Ranjit
Singh, a ruler of Punjab, Harmandirji is one of the holiest Sikh shrines.
Standing in the Chowk area of Old Patna, this dome-dhaped structure contains
Sikh scriptures and the personal belongings of the guru.
Khuda Baksh Oriental Library
Set up at the turn of the century, the library has a distinguished collection
of rare Arabic and Persian manuscripts, Rajput and Mughal paintings and
oddities like an inch wide Quran. It also contains the only books rescued
from the plunder of the University of Cordoba in Spain. It is one of the
national libraries of India.
Kumhrar
Kumrahar, site of the ancient city of Pataliputra, lies 5 km. from Patna
Railway Station on the Kankarbagh Road. Excavations here have revealed
relics of four continuous periods from 600 BC to 600 AD. The fifth period
begins from 1600 AD. An important find is the 80-pillared huge hall of
the Mauryan dynasty.
Martyrs Memorial
Life-size statues in front of the old secretariat compound have been
put up in memory of seven brave young men who faced bullets for the freedom
of the country and sacrificed their lives in August 1942 in the historic
struggle for India's independence during "Quit India" movement.
Jalan Museum
Constructed at the site of Sher Shad's fort, it preserves a rich private
collection of jade, Chinese paintings and silver filigree work of the
Mughal period. The museum can be visited only with prior permission, since
it is a private collection.
Pathar Ki Masjid
Situated on the bank of river Ganga, this mosque is known variously as
Saif Khan's mosque, Chimni Ghat mosque or Sangi Masjid. It was built by
Parwaz Shah, son of the Mughal emperor Jahangir, during his tenure as
governor of Bihar.
Agam Kuan
Agam Kuan (Unfathomable well) is one of the most important early historic
archaeological remains in Patna. It is situated just close to the Gulzarbagh
Railway Station, which is proposed to be associated with the Mauryan Emperor
Ashok.
Other Places of Interest
Biological Park, Bihar Institute of Handicrafts and Designs, Birla Mandir,
Nawab Shahid-Ka-Maqbara, Pachim Darwaza and Padri-Ki-Haveli.
Excursions
Some centuries ago it was situated on the confluence of the rivers Ganga
and Son, and river Saryu joined it from the north. The remains of an old
time fortress on the bank of the channel of the Son reminds one that Maner
was a strategic point in ancient times. It appears as if it were the western
gate of Patliputra in the Mauryan times. It is famous for its Bari and
Choti Dargah, sacred to the memory of the Sufi Saint Hazrat Makhdoom yahya
Maneri of the 13th century.
Where to Stay
One can stay in Western style air conditioned and non-air conditioned
hotels. There are also a number of moderately priced hotels around the
railway station and the airlines office.
Vaishali
Vaishali has a past that pre-dates recorded history. It is held that
the town derives its name from King Vishal, whose heroic deeds are narrated
in the Hindu epic Ramayana. However, history records that around the time
Pataliputra was the centre of political activity in the Gangetic plains,
Vaishali came into existence as centre of the Ganga, it was the seat of
the Republic of Vajji. Vaishali is credited with being the World's First
Republic to have a duly elected assembly of representatives and efficient
administration.
The Lord Buddha visited Vaishali more than once during his lifetime and
announced his approaching Mahaparinirvana to the great followers he had
here.
Hundred years after he attained Mahaparinirvana, it was the venue of
the second Buddhist Council. According to one belief, the Jain Tirthankar,
Lord Mahavir was born at Vaishali. The Chinese travellers Fa-Hien and
Hieun Tsang also visited this place in early 5th and 7th centuries respectively
and wrote about Vaishali.
Ashokan Pillar
The Lion Pillar at kolhua, was built by Emperor Ashoka. It is made of
a highly polished single piece of red sandstone, surmounted by bell shaped
capital, 18.3m. high. A life-size figure of a lion is placed on top of
the pillar. There is a small tank here known as Ramkund.
Bawan Pokhar Temple
An old temple built in the Pala period stands on the northern bank of
a tank known as Bawan Pokhar and enshrines beautiful images of several
Hindu gods.
Buddha Stupa-I
The exterior of this stupa which is now in a dilapidated condition has
a plain surface. One-eighth of the sacred ashes of the Lord Buddha were
enshrined here in a stone casket.
Buddha Stupa-II
Excavation at this site in 1958 led to the discovery of another casket
containing the ashes of the Lord Buddha.
Raja Vishal ka Garh
A huge mound with a circumference about one Kilometre and walls nearly
2m. high with a 43m. wide moat around them, is said to be the ancient
Parliament house. Over seven thousand representatives of the federal assembly
gathered here to legislate and discuss the problems of the day.
Shanti Stupa
On the south bank of the Coronation Tank built by Buddh Vehar Society.
Kundupur (Birth place of Lord Mahavira)
4km. It is believed that the Jain Tirthankar, Lord Mahavir was born over
2550 years ago. Mahavir is said to have spent the first 22 years of his
life here.
Coronation Tank
Coronation Tank or Abhishekh Pushkarni, Its water were believed to be
sacred in the old days and all of Vaishali's elected representatives were
anointed here before their swearing in.
Other Places of Interest
Chaumukhi Mahadeva, Harikatora Temple, Lotus Tank and Miranji-Ki-Dargah,
Jain Temple etc.
Where to stay
Moderate accommodation is available in Tourist Bunglow and Tourist Youth
Hostel.
Pawapuri
Pawapuri, which is also known as, Apapuri, the sinless town, is a very
sacred Jain Pilgrimage center. It was here that Lord Mahavira, the greatest
profounder of jainism, attained salvation. Hundreds and thousands of his
disciples and devotees took away the ashes after his cremation here. The
rush was so great that even the soil of the areas were taken away and
it became a tank. Later on a beautiful temple of white marble was constructed
in the center of the tank to consecrate the Lord's Nirvan. It is now known
Jalmandir.
Jalmandir
The place where Mahavir Teerthankar was cremated.
Samosharan
A beautiful temple of white marble. Here Lord Mahavir had delivered his
sermon.
Where to stay
Dharmsala at Pawapuri and Private run hotels at Biharsharif are available.
Lauria NandanGarh
village in the Bettiah Sub-division, about 24 Kms north-west of Bettiah,
which contains some of the most interesting remains of huge stupa called
Nandangarh. This 26 metre high ancient sepulchral mound is composed of
bricks and is conjectured to be Ashes stupa, the stupa in which ashes
of the Lord Buddha were enshrined.
At Lauria Nandangarh, less than half a Km to the east of the village,
stands the famous pillar of Ashoka - a single block of polished sandstone
of 32 ft and 9 1/2 inches in height and with a diameter of 35.5 inches
at base and of 26.21 inches at top. The capital, which is 6 ft 20 inches
in height, is bell shaped with a circular abacus supporting the statue
of a lion. The abacus is ornamented with a row of Brahmi geese packing
their food. The column has a light and elegant appearance and is altogether
a much more pleasing monument than the shorter and stature pillar of Bakhra.The
pillar is inscribed with the edict of Ashoka in the some clear and beautifully
cut characters as those of Areraj pillar. The lion has been injured in
the month and the column itself bears the road mark of alanon short just
below the capital which has itself been slightly dislodged by the stock.
The pillar is much thinner and much lighter than those of Bakhra and
Areraj. The weight of the polished portion of its shaft is only 18 tons
or rather less than half that of the Bakhra pillar and some what more
than half of the Areraj pillar.
Lauria Areraj
31 kms noth-west of Motihari, in Lauria Areraj, emperor Ashoka erected
one of his stone columns and inscribed it with his edicts. Erected in
249 B.C. , this 11.5 metre high lofty stone pillar, bears six of his edicts
and has been created out of a single block of polished sandstone.
Where to Stay
Private hotels, Dharamshalas available on moderate charges at Bettiah.
Kesaria
Two miles to the south stands a lofty brick mound copped by a solid brick
tower of considerable size, which itself is a remains of a Buddhist stupa.
The mound itself is a ruined man of solid brick work 62 ft in height and
1400 ft in circumference at its base which the stupa which is in ruins
has a diameter of 68 ft at its base and a total height of 52 1/2 ft. originally
it was crowned by pinnacle which must have stood 80 or 90 ft. high or
including the ruined basement not less than 150 ft. above the ground.
General cunningham was of opinion that it dates back to AD 200 to 700
and that it was built upon the ruins of a much older and larger stupa.
This ancient monument is known to the people as the deora of Raja Ben
preserves the story recorded by Hiuen Tsiang, according to whose account
this sputa was referred to a Chakaravarty Raja by the Buddhist of the
7th Century.
This stupa is in fact one of the many memorial stupas built by the Buddhists
at places connected with some remarkable event in the life of Buddha.
Where to Stay
Private hotels, Dharamshalas available at Motihari on moderate charges
and at Hotel Likshwi Vihara in Muzaffarpur.
Vikramshila
Remains of the ancient Vikramshila University have been excavated at
village Antichak in the Bhagalpur district.
Excavation at this site were done in 1960-61 and have disclosed different
periods of habitation. The natural structures exposed and the anfiquites
discovered reiterate that the site was probably the remains of a large
monestery. A number Buddha images of stone and terracottas have been discovered.
Some inscribed seals and stupas have also been found.
King Dharampala who founded the University had generously endowed it
with his minificent grants. The University building made provisions for
the maintenance of 108 residential Professors and also for a number of
non-residential Professors, pilgrims and other members of the staff. A
big Vihara (monastery) was constructed in the university quarters and
it was profected by strong wells. In the centre there was a big Buddhist
temple, surrounded by 108 smaller temples.
The affairs of the University were entrusted by king Dharampala to one
very eminent and learned scholar who was also highly religious. The controlling
authority which administrate the affairs of the Vikramshila University
also looked after the Nalanda University.
Where to Stay
Private hotels, Dharamshalas available at Motihari on moderate charges
and at Hotel Likshwi Vihara in Muzaffarpur. |
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