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Saptaparni Cave

The cave where the first Buddhist council was held after the Buddha's death.

Photo: myself · CC BY-SA 2.5
Price
Free
Time Needed
2 hours
Address
Baibhar Hill, Rajgir, Bihar 803116Directions

Why Go

The climb goes on for about an hour, and the cave is a modest place, yet its importance is huge. It's where his teachings were first compiled.

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