Rajgir : It is a major Buddhist pilgrim centre in Bihar and was the venue of the first Buddhist council held immediately after the nirvana of the Buddha during the time of King Ajatshatru. The ruins excavated has shrines, stupas and monasteries. About 10 km from the Rajgir station is Gridhakuta (Vulture's peak), the hill from where Buddha delivered many sermons, after he attained enlightenment. To mark the holy spot at the Gridhakuta hills, there stands today the 38 m high Vishwa shanti stupa. The stupa can be reached by a chairlift, a 15 minute round trip offreing panoramic views.