55 miles off Patna in Bihar, Nalanda is the prominent pilgrim center for Buddhists after Lumbini and Sravasti. This pious city was founded in the 5th century B.C. and is a home to the Nalanda University Archaeological Complex, one of the world's great universities. Travel tours to Nalanda India to explore your inner self and peace.

It was in the 12th century, Nalanda was sacked by the Afghans. Hieun Tsang, a famous Chinese scholar and traveller, visited Nalanda in the 7th century. He left behind a detailed description of the architecure of the university, its high academic standards and the purity of monastic life (it was the home of 10,000 monks and students) practised here.

The Mauryan Emperor, Ashoka built many monasteries in Nalanda that display old Kushan architectural style. They are arranged in a row of cells around a courtyard. Later, the Gupta kings patronized these monasteries as well. It is believed that Buddha visited Nalanda a number of times. The bhikshus (Buddhist monks) were encouraged by Buddha to study the various arts and sciences.

Perfumed with the fragrance of roses and shrubs, Nalanda India has lots to see. From the ruins of Nalanda University to age old monasteries, take Nalanda travel tours and explore its spiritual charm. Visit the Nalanda University Archaeological Complex of about 14 hectares, which displays Kushana style of architecture. Also visit various temples located around the university.

On your enlightening tours to Nalanda India, must visit places include Nava Nalanda Mahavihara and Hieun Tsang Memorial Hall. The Nalanda Archaeological Museum displays bronze statues of Lord Buddha, Hindu God and Goddess, rare manuscripts, stone inscriptions, pottery, coins and copper plates found during excavations.

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