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NALANDA TOURISM

Known for its Buddhist sites and monuments, Nalanda in Bihar, was once a center for learning and saw monks and students come from far and wide. Flourishing during the regime of several rulers like Sakraditya, Gupta rulers, Buddhist emperors like Harsha and the Pala empire emperors, Nalanda shot to prominence between the fifth and the 12th century.

Formed by two words Nalam meaning lotus and da meaning to give, there is also a belief that a Chinese Buddhist monk who visited the city in the seventh century AD, left detailed descriptions about how a serpent was the inspiration behind the name of the city. The city is also known as the birthplace of Sariputra, a follower of Lord Buddha.

A famed center of learning in the ancient era, only ruins of the university remain today and much of what is known is through the writings of Hieun Tsang who gave brief descriptions about the ambiance and architecture of the university. However, after being mentioned by the then President of India Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam while addressing the Bihar Vidhan Mandal, the Nalanda University Act was passed on September 21, 2010 and it came into existence on November 25, 2010.

Hieun Tsang said that the Nalanda University was the world’s first residential international university with about 2,000 teachers and 10,000 monk-students from around the Buddhist world who studied and lived there.

Near the university ruins, there are several stupas, monasteries, temples and chaityas which were built by the Gupta Kings, Ashoka and Harshavardhana. The Great Stupa, the Nalanda Archaeological Museum and the Nalanda Multimedia Museum are the other attractions in Nalanda.

BEST PLACES TO STAY IN NALANDA

While most tourists prefer to stay in Rajgir, there are several accommodation options in Nalanda as well. Though there are no luxury hotels in the town, you will find many mid-range and budget hotels.

BEST PLACES TO EAT IN NALANDA

A garden restaurant, that is open only during peak season, serves some excellent food. There are also some roadside stalls near the university and museum that serve snacks.

BEST TIME TO VISIT NALANDA

The average minimum and maximum temperature of Nalanda is as given below. The best time to visit Nalanda is also specified.

MONTH BEST TIME MIN. TEMP (°C)MAX. TEMP (°C)
JanuaryBest time428
FebruaryBest time428
MarchBest time2044
April2044
May2044
June2044
July2044
August2044
September2044
OctoberBest time2044
NovemberBest time428
DecemberBest time428

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Nalanda University Ruins

Spread over 14 hectares, the university building was built in the fifth century. Built with…

Nalanda Archaeological Museum

Established in 1971, the museum houses relics unearthed from the Nalanda University. The museum is…

Hieun Tsang Memorial Hall

Built in the memory of Chinese monk and traveller, Hieun Tsang, the memorial hall houses writings…

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Articles About NALANDA

  • Bihar Tourism Video: Exploring One Of The Greatest Ancient Learning Systems Of Asia, The Grand Nalanda University - Watch

    Due to it's international reputation, large no of students from china, Mongolia, Tibet, Korea and other countries came to study here. The level of teaching…

    Prashasti Sudhakar December 3, 2022, 11:18 am IST

  • Two Workers Dead, Several Feared Trapped as Under-Construction Bridge Collapses in Bihar’s Nalanda

    Giving details, Nalanda BDO Laxman Kumar said the incident happened when the construction of the four-lane overbridge was going on.

    Manmath Nayak November 18, 2022, 7:07 pm IST

  • Goods Train Derails in Bihar’s Nalanda; 1 Electrocuted to Death While Taking Selfie Atop Train

    The goods train reportedly got derailed near the Ekangarsarai railway station causing disruption in rail traffic.

    India.com News Desk August 4, 2022, 10:31 am IST

  • In Bihar, Conman Convicted For Impersonating Wealthy Zamidar's Son For 41 Year

    Singh had six daughters and a son, Kanhaiya, who went missing at the age of 16 in 1997. Gosai chanced upon the rich landlord in…

    India.com News Desk July 4, 2022, 3:28 pm IST

  • Padhega Sonu, Badhega Sonu: Sushil Modi Offers Navodaya Seat To Bihar Boy | Watch Video

    Former Bihar deputy chief minister and Rajya Sabha member Sushil Kumar Modi's assured that Sonu would get admission in a Navodaya Vidyalaya.

    Trending Desk May 18, 2022, 5:13 pm IST

  • Bomb Hurled Near Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's 'Jansabha' Site In Nalanda, One Arrested

    Reports suggested that it was a low-intensity bomb that blasted around 20 feet away from where Nitish Kumar was present during an event.

    India.com News Desk April 12, 2022, 4:52 pm IST

  • 7 Dead After Consuming Spurious Liquor in Bihar's Nalanda District, Police Launch 'Combing Operation'

    Nalanda District Magistrate Shashank Shubhankar has said a 'combing operation' has been launched in the area around Chhoti Pahari locality.

    India.com News Desk January 15, 2022, 5:49 pm IST

  • Top 5 Tourist Attractions In Bihar That You Shouldn't Miss

    Planning to travel? Here's a list of top 5 tourist attractions in Bihar that are totally worth visiting.

    Travel Staff March 26, 2021, 7:25 pm IST

  • Earthquake of 3.5 Magnitude Hits Bihar's Nalanda, Tremors Felt in Patna

    More details are awaited.

    India.com News Desk February 15, 2021, 10:17 pm IST

  • Bihar Govt Plans to Open 'Dhabas' on National & State Highways to Promote Tourism

    As per the proposal, a 'Dhaba' complex would be constructed at every 30 km on the national and state highways, apart from four and six…

    IANS January 6, 2021, 3:43 pm IST

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