Details of Tourist Places to visit near Patna : –

KAKOLAT WATERFALLS

Kakolat Water falls – Approx 150 km from Patna, there is a waterfall on Kakolat hills.  The water fall is know as Kakolat Water falls.Kakolat hills is situated on the border of the state of Bihar and Jharkhand.Its one of the top picnic spots of people of Bihar. It is approx 30 km from nawada district of Bihar.

NALANDA

Located 90 km from Patna lies the ruins of one of the most famous centres of learning in the ancient world, Nalanda University, built in the 5th century BC. Patronised by royalty and eminent religious leaders like Buddha and Mahavira, it enjoyed an excellent reputation world over. It is among top places to visit near Patna.

RAJGIR

Situated amongst lush green hills Rajgir lies 102 km from Patna. The ancient capital of the Magadha emperors it became an important venue for pilgrims from not just the Buddhism and Jain faiths but also for Hindus and Muslims. It is among top places to visit near Patna.

BODHGAYA

The Site of the Buddha’s attainment of enlightment. One of the holiest places for Buddhist devotees. (125 km from Patna). It is among top places to visit near Patna.

VAISHALI

55 km. Famous for its association with the Buddha and Lord Mahavira, Vaishali is credited with being the world’s first republic. Vaishali is now well connected with Patna by a bridge over the Ganga. It is among top places to visit near Patna.

MANER

29 km. Sacred to the memory of the 13th century Sufi Saint Maneri. Bari Dargah, his cenotaph and the tomb of his disciple Shah Daulat are visited by streams of Muslim pilgrims. Area around the shrine is a picnic spot also.