Places to visit in Nawada District
Places to visit in Nawada District
Kakolat Water fall
Kakolat Waterfall is a picturesque waterfall in Nawada district, popular with tourists due to its scenic surroundings. The fall is about 150 to 160 feet, from the ground level. Water of this fall is cold for the whole year.
The falls also play a role in Hindu mythology, when according to legend, an ancient king Treta Yuga was turned into a python by a rishi’s curse and lived within the falls. The Pandavas visited the place during their exile and the King was redeemed from his curse. Folklore suggests that Krishna used to go there with his queens for taking bath.
Shekhodewra Ashram, Kawakole
Sekhodevara village, situated about 55 kilometers from the district headquarters, is very scenic. The Sekhodevara village icomprises two tolas called Sekho and Deora. Sarvodaya Ashram in the village, was established in 1952 by Jayprakash Narayan. A rock between the forest situated at about 500 meters from the ashram, was built by J.P. During the independence movement of 1942, fleeing from Hazaribagh jail, the famous leader and revolutionary late Jayaprakash Narayan was hiding near these rocks.
Budhauli Monastery & 52 Kothi 53 Dwar
Budhauli Monastery
This is situated in Budahauli Village of Budhauli Panchayat of Pakribarwan Block. It was mainly a center of religious spiritualism and knowledge. There is a large lake in this monastery, where water from all the rivers of the world have been brought into the pool. Budauli Math was established in 1800 AD. There is still a beautiful Durga Mandap in this center. The Goddess is worshiped every year on Navratri.
52 Kothi 53 Dwar
This is situated in Budahauli Village of Budhauli Panchayat of Pakribarwan Block. In this monastery, there are many statues of Ashta metal such as those of Lord Vishnu, Sita, Ram, Shankar etc. The First President of India Dr. Rajendra Prasad has visited this monastery and several famous personalities like Mahatma Gandhi, Khan Abdul Gaffar Khan also visited this place. Dr. Surya Prakash Puri had donated 250 acres of land for Magadh University and the University is running on its land.
These two centres of Pakribarawan are of great importance in terms of tourism and religion.
Shri Gunnawan Ji Tirth
Gunawan ji Tirth is located in Gonawan village of Nawada district. This temple is dedicated to Jain Muni Gandhar Gautam Swami.
It is believed that Gautam Swami was a disciple of Mahavirji. After 12 years of salvation of Lord Mahavir, Gautam Swami got salvation at this place. It was established by the Jains.
This ancient temple belongs to Lord Mahavir’s time.
Surya Mandir Handiya, Nardiganj
Surya Narayan Dham Temple located in the Handaia village of Naradiganj block of Nawada district is quite ancient. It is one of those historic Sun temples that symbolises the faith of the people.
During the excavation surrounding the temple, the relics of the symbol and the stone-made chariot path were obtained. It is believed that this temple has been associated with Dwapar era. A pond is located near the temple. It is believed that leprosy is healed on taking bath in this water.
Indrasal Cave, Parvati
As per the mythology, once Lord Buddha came to this place and took shelter in the cave. He spent whole one year in the cave due to heavy rain. Indra Dev, king
of Gods, came to see Buddha and ask 42 questions. The Lord Buddha gave correct answers to all questions. This place is about 30 KM from Rajgir and 120 KM from Bodhgaya.
Last Modified : 8/5/2021
