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Vishwa Shanti Stupa

Ratnagiri Hills, Rajgir, BiharBudget: Luxury

Overview

Vishwa Shanti Stupa (World Peace Pagoda) is a massive white monument located on the summit of Ratnagiri hill in Rajgir. Built to promote world peace and non-violence, it stands at a height of 120 feet and features four golden statues of the Buddha representing his birth, enlightenment, teaching, and death. Tourists reach the stupa via a single-seater chairlift ropeway.

History & Origins

Inaugurated in 1969, the stupa was designed by Japanese architect Upasni and conceptualized by Fujii Guruji, a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi, to revive Buddhist heritage.

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Travel Guidance

Best Time to VisitOctober to February
LocationRatnagiri Hills, Rajgir, Bihar
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Ideal For

Peace SeekersAdventure LoversFamilies

Nearby Attractions

  • Gridhakuta (Vulture Peak)
  • Ghora Katora Lake
  • Rajgir Glass Bridge

Popular Times & Live Crowds

Real-time visitor density index for Vishwa Shanti Stupa.

LIVE45% (Moderately busy)
6 AM12 PM6 PM9 PM
Best Time to Visit:Plan your visit between 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM (very quiet, ideal for peaceful photos) or after 6:00 PM (beautifully illuminated, cooler winds). Peak congestion occurs from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

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