Venuvana
वेणुवन
The bamboo grove that King Bimbisara offered to the Buddha, regarded as the first monastery in Buddhist history; today it is a park surrounded by bamboo.
Venuvana is the bamboo grove that King Bimbisara of Magadha offered to the Buddha after converting to Buddhism, and it is regarded as the first monastery in Buddhism. The Buddha spent several rainy-season retreats here. Today it is a restored garden where bamboo groves, the Kalandaka Pond and Buddha statues create a serene setting, ideal for resting. A Japanese temple stands near the entrance. Admission is about 20 rupees. It is located beside the Rajgir Hot Springs and can be visited together with the Saptaparni Cave and the hot springs.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Rajgir Hot Springs (Brahmakund)
- Saptaparni Cave
- Son Bhandar Caves
- Maniyar Math
- Rajgir Zoo Safari
- Bimbisara Jail
- Jivakamravana
- Vishwa Shanti Stupa & Ropeway