Rajgir, the erstwhile capital of the Magadhan kingdom has a prominent place in Buddhist and Jain religious history. It was blessed by the founders of both these religions and many of the current Tourist Attractions in Rajgir includes places which are in some way or the other associated with these religions.
One of the foremost Tourist Attractions in Rajgir is the Venuvana Vihara, a much loved retreat of Lord Buddha gifted to him by King Bimbisara. The Griddhakuta or Vulture's Peak is yet another one. This is believed to be the spot where Lord Buddha preached many sermons and presently it is the site of the Shanti Stupa or Peace Pagoda built by the Buddhist Sangha of Japan. The Saptaparni Cave where the first Buddhist Council was held is also one of the principal Tourist Attractions of Rajgir.
The Amravana or Mango Garden which once served as the dispensary of Royal physician Jivaka is still visited to this day and so is Ajatashatru's Fort. There are as many as 26 Jain Temples located on a hill top in Rajgir and these too are frequented by a large number of tourists. A cave chamber hollowed out of a single rock is believed to be King Bimbisara's treasury and this Swarna Vandar is also an interesting visit.
Many tourists also flock the Lakshmi Narayan Mandir in Rajgir which is renowned for its hot spring. A bath in this water is said to cure many chronic diseases.
Of all the Tourist Attractions in Rajgir, a particular mention needs to be made of the Ropeway that takes the visitors to the top of the Ratnagiri hills. It is indeed very exciting and highly popular amongst all tourists.
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