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These Iconic Places In Rajgir Will Make Your Visit emorable

28 Jun 2024

These Iconic Places In Rajgir Will Make Your Visit Memorable

The word Rajgir means the ‘city of kings’ and was identical to its name. It was one of the most powerful places in ancient India and it served as the capital city of the Mauryan Empire for a long period. The Province under which it was flourishing was Magadh which was one of the most powerful Mahajanpads. It is believed that at the time of Mahabharat, King Jarasandh was its ruler and was an important province to be indulged in the war of Mahabharat.

Nalanda University

19 Jun 2024

Stunning Photos: Nalanda University's New Campus Reminds Of Ancient Glory

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated the new campus of Nalanda University during his day-long Bihar visit. In Bihar for the day, the Prime Minister visited the ruins of Nalanda. The ruins of Nalanda were declared a UN Heritage Site in 2016. "It’s a very special day for our education sector. At around 10:30 AM today, the new campus of the Nalanda University would be inaugurated at Rajgir. Nalanda has a strong connect with our glorious past. This university will surely go a long way in catering to the educational needs of the youth," said PM Modi earlier today.

Glass floor bridge

20 Dec 2020

Nitish Kumar's dream project 'glass floor bridge' in Rajgir to open in March

Glass floor bridge at Rajgir to be completed by March: Nitish Rajgir is an international tourist place located in Nalanda district of Bihar. The construction work of the Rajgir nature safari is almost completed.

25 Nov 2018

Nitish Kumar unveils 70 ft tall Lord Buddha's statue in Rajgir

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Sunday unveiled a 70-feet tall statue of Lord Buddha at Rajgir in Nalanda district.

17 Mar 2017

Dalai Lama describes himself as 'son of India'

Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama today described himself as a "son of India" and hailed the secularism prevailing in the country.

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