Deoghar or the ‘Abode of Gods’ is one of the most important Hindu pilgrim centers of the country and a fine health resort of Jharkhand. Baidyanath Temple or Baijnath Dham: The ancient temple of Lord Baijnath (Shiva) enshrines one of the twelve Jyotirlingams, which is also the only kamanalingam – a lingam that has the
Danmantic Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand and the erstwhile summer capital of Bihar nestles at an altitude of 2,140 feet in the heart of the charming Chhotanagpur plateau. The bracing climate and lush landscape teeming with wonderful waterfalls have made the beautiful town a popular health and holiday resort. It is also an important place
Vaishali, an important archaeological site on the left bank of the Gandak river is yet another major Buddhist and Jain pilgrim center of Bihar. The town is said to be named after the legendary king Vishal, whose heroic deeds are mentioned in the epic Ramayana. It is believed that Vaishali is one of the first
Nalanda, the ancient Buddhist center, literally means the place that confers the lotus. It was visited by Lord Buddha and Lord Mahavira, but came into prominence after the 5th century A.D., as a leading center of learning in the world. Emperor Ashoka and Harshavardhana were some of its most celebrated patrons. Nalanda, the world’s first
Rajgir, the capital of the Magadh Mahajanpad (State) before the foundation of Patliputra is named after Raj Griha, literally meaning the “Royal Palace”. The town sprawls in a valley amidst scenic surroundings and is one of the most important tourists and Buddhist pilgrim centers in India. Lord Buddha is said to have spent several years
Bodh Gaya (once Uruvela village) is the most important and sacred Buddhist pilgrim center in the world. It was here that Gautama (Prince Siddharth) finally attained nirvana under the bodhi (banyan) tree and became Buddha, the enlightened one. Siddhartha Gautama was born in 566 BC in Lumbini Nepal), as a Sakya prince of Kapilvastu. He
The imperial city of Patna sprawling on the banks of the sacred river Ganga is among the world’s oldest capital cities. With a continuous history of| over two millennia. It remained the seat of power for many dynasties and was known by different names like Kusumpura, Pushpapura, Pataliputra, and Azeemabad. Ajatshatru, the Magadha king first
Bihar, the bastion of Buddhism, is said to be named after a Sanskrit word “vihara” or a Buddhist monastery, as this is the land from where the great religion of Buddhism originated and spread all around the world. This ancient land is also sacred by the Jains, as 6 Jain Tirthankaras were born, and 22
Bihar & Jharkhand, the land from where the great religion ofBuddhism originated and spread all around the world. This homeland of tribalsis full of stunning landscapes, majestic mountains, verdant valleys, serpentine rivers,wonderful waterfalls, lush green forests, and exotic wildlife. Explore Bihar & Jharkhand! Bodh Gaya, the sacred city! Hazaribagh ‘a thousand gardens’ Explore Jamshedpur! Around
Classic Tamil Nadu, the land of Tamils and Temples, is situated on the southern tip of the Indian Peninsula. This gateway to the South offers everything that excites visitors: clean and quiet hill stations, beautiful beaches, majestic temples with towering gopurams, waterfalls, monuments, art, culture, heritage, and much more. This warm and hospitable land is