Jal Mandir, Pawapuri

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Jal Mandir, Pawapuri, It is located 38 Kms from Rajgir and 100 kms from Patna. Edit

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Jal mandir as the name suggests is a temple in the middle of a lake blooming with lotuses. The main deity of the beautiful temple is a very old “Charan Paduka” of Lord Mahavira. It marks the spot where the mortal remains of Lord Mahavira was cremated.

Jal Mandir, Pawapuri

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Jal Mandir temple was built by King Nandivardhan, elder brother of Lord Mahavira. Jal Mandir is built in the shape of “Vimana” and there is a stone bridge about 600 feet in length across it from the bank to the temple. According to the legend, the concourse of the people who attended the funeral ceremony of Lord Mahavira , was so large that the mere act of their taking a pinch of ashes created such a big hollow over the place that it transformed into present tank.

Jal Mandir,Pawapuri

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October to March.

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Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimun 30 Minute.

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Pawapuri is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Pawapuri by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : Bihar state buses connect Pawapuri with all neighboring cities in Pawapuri. Deluxe A/C buses are also available from Pawapuri to many cities in Bihar state.

Train : Rajgir railway station is the nearest railway station to Pawapuri at a distance of about 21 Km. This railway station connected to all citys in Bihar state.

Air : There is no airport in Pawapuri. Patna Airport is the nearest airport to Pawapuri at a distance of about 100 kilometers away. The Patna airport is relatively well connected to the main centers of the country. Taxis are available outside and they charge around Rs 1200 for the trip from Patna to Pawapuri.

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