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Gaya
Category:- All India Travel Tourism > City Guide > Bihar > Gaya
Bihar has some of the most sacred Buddhist and Hindu
shrines. Gaya is one of the most important pilgrimage places for the Hindus.
It is believed that a Hindu will reach heaven if his last rites are offered
under the celebrated 'Akshayabat' or immortal banyan tree, standing in
the yard of Vishnupad temple. Believed to be built on the footsteps of
Vishnu, the grand temple was renovated by Ahalyabai, queen of Indore.
Places to see
- Deo
- 20 km from Gaya, the Surya temple, here, is the site of the famous
Chhath Puja in November.
- Barabar Caves
- 40 km from Gaya, they are the earliest Buddhist rock cut caves.
- Parasnath Hill
- It is believed that 22 'tirthankaras' out of 24 attained salvation
here, and is deemed one of the most sacred pilgrim centres for the Jains.
- Chotanagpur
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The Chotanagpur plateau is one of the most beautiful
areas in Bihar. Studded with hills 300 - 900 m in altitude, and covered
with verdant virgin forests, this expanse of rivers, lakes, meadows
and valleys is an ideal retreat. Rich in wildlife, these forests are
an anthropologist's delight, as the clutch of ancient tribes, like
Santhal, Ho, Munda, Oraon, Koi, Chero, Kharia, Paharia, dwelling within
them, still retain their intriguing traditions and rituals.
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Ranchi
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The erstwhile summer capital of Bihar, Ranchi,
is 676 m in altitude, and is a wonderful hill station. Its significant
landmarks are a hill - top Shiva temple, with the Ranchi lake at the
foothills.
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Palamau
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A popular tourist resort 140 km from Ranchi.
How to get there
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Gaya is an important railway junction. There are
bus services from all important towns of Bihar.
Hotels to Stay
Hotel Siddharth, Hotel Surya, Pal Rest House, Hotel
Siddhartha International
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