Places to Visit in Nalanda

Top attractions and must-see spots in Nalanda

Great Stupa of Sariputra
A 3rd century Ashokan stupa inside the ruins complex, built in honour of Buddha's chief disciple.
Hiuen Tsang Memorial Hall
A memorial hall honouring the Chinese scholar Xuanzang, who studied and taught at ancient Nalanda.
Kundalpur Digambar Jain Temple
A Digambar Jain pilgrimage temple barely two kilometres from the ruins, significant to the Jain community.
Nalanda Archaeological Museum
A museum opposite the ruins displaying sculptures, bronzes, and inscriptions recovered during excavation.
Nalanda University Ruins
UNESCO listed ruins of the world's earliest residential university, spread across excavated monasteries and courtyards.
Nav Nalanda Mahavihara
A modern centre for Pali and Buddhist studies established by the Bihar government to continue Nalanda's academic legacy.
Old Samosharan Temple Pawapuri
A quieter Jain temple near Jal Mandir, built in a circular form recalling ancient preaching halls.
Pawapuri Jal Mandir
A white marble temple on a lotus pond marking the spot where Lord Mahavira attained nirvana.
Sohsarai Textile Market Bihar Sharif
A busy textile hub in Bihar Sharif nicknamed Mini Surat, known for garment and fabric trade.
Surya Mandir Nalanda
A Sun temple near the ruins housing both Hindu and Buddhist deities, including a notable Parvati idol.
Telia Bhairav (Black Buddha Temple)
A local shrine near the ruins built around a large black stone Buddha image.