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Archaeological Site of Nalanda Mahavihara

Ruins of the historic Buddhist monastic and learning complex

Photo: Arunava de Sarkar · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

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01 — The story

The story

Walk through the remains of a learning centre that drew students from across Asia.

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02 — About

About Archaeological Site of Nalanda Mahavihara

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03 — Plan your visit

Plan your visit

When to go

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Good time to go This month

Time of day
Morning to avoid heat
Crowds
High in winter and holidays

Time and effort

Easy

Trek duration
2–3 hours

Tickets and permits

Entry fee
Paid ticket likely; verify current tariff and foreign visitor rates
Parking
Visitor parking available in area
Permits
Follow ASI rules; no special permit usually

On the ground

Local food
Khaja, tilkut, local thali

Stay safe

Carry water; stay on paths and respect monument rules

Where it is

Nalanda, Bihar

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