Vaishali
November: bestHalf a day to 1 day
Ancient republic where the Buddha preached his last sermon; Ashokan lion pillar at Kolhua and the relic stupa. Birthplace of Mahavira nearby.
Vaishali was capital of the Licchavi republic, often called one of the world's earliest republics. The Buddha visited often and announced his coming passing here; Mahavira was born at nearby Kundalpur. Key sites are the Ashokan pillar at Kolhua, the Relic Stupa, Abhishek Pushkarini tank, the Vishwa Shanti Stupa and the Buddha Samyak Darshan Museum.
November: Pleasant; Chhath and Sonepur Mela
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Things to do
- See the Ashokan pillar at Kolhua: Lion-capital pillar beside a brick stupa.
- Visit the Relic Stupa: Site linked to relics of the Buddha.
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