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Vulture Peak

The rocky hill where the Buddha preached many of his most famous sutras, including the Lotus Sutra.

Photo: myself · CC BY-SA 2.5
Price
Free
Time Needed
1–2 hours
Best Time
Sunrise
Address
Griddhakuta Hill, Rajgir, Bihar 803116Directions

Why Go

It's a short climb to the small brick platform, where people come to chant. Sunrise and sunset are lovely.

Tips

  • Walk up with others, particularly near dusk.

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