Maniyar Math
मनियार मठ
Cylindrical brick shrine ruins in central Rajgir, dedicated to the serpent deity Mani Naga, where finely crafted stucco reliefs were unearthed.
Maniyar Math is the ruin of a cylindrical brick structure, believed to be an ancient temple dedicated to the serpent deity Mani Naga. It was expanded several times from the Mauryan through the Gupta periods. The stucco serpent reliefs unearthed here are now held in the museum. The site lies in the center of the ancient city and is modest in size, but it offers insight into the diverse religious beliefs of Rajgir in the Buddha's time. Admission is free. It is often visited together with Son Bhandar Caves and the zoo.
Opening hours
Sunrise to sunset
Nearby sights
- Son Bhandar Caves
- Bimbisara Jail
- Rajgir Zoo Safari
- Saptaparni Cave
- Rajgir Hot Springs (Brahmakund)
- Jivakamravana
- Venuvana
- Cyclopean Wall of Rajgir