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Nalanda

The Ancient World's Greatest University

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2 daysIdeal stay₹400From / night₹25EntryOctober – MarchBest windowRajgirNearest rail · 20 km

Ruins of the great Nalanda University (5th–12th century AD), once the world's largest residential learning institution with 10,000 students from across Asia. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Pairs well with

Rajgir· 19m awayPawapuri· 1h awayGaya· 2h awayBodh Gaya· 2h awayPatna· 2h awayVaishali· 3h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

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GreatOkayAvoid⟡ Jul: 86
Honest take for Jul: Monsoon — cooler temperatures, fewer crowds. Carry rain gear; some outdoor sites may be slippery. (high crowds.)

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Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Rajgir 20km · Patna Airport 95km

Nearest transport

Rajgir20 km
Patna Airport95 km

Stay options

budget₹400/night
mid₹1,200/night
luxury₹3,000/night

Best time to visit

October – March

How to get here

Patna → Nalanda

bus · 2.5h

₹120

approx.

Bodh Gaya → Nalanda

cab · 1.5h

₹1,200

approx.

Nearby attractions

Nalanda Archaeological MuseumNalanda University (new)RajgirPawapuriGiriyak Hot Springs

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