Pawapuri Jal Mandir
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Pawapuri Jal Mandir

Where Lord Mahavira Attained Nirvana

Timings

6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Entry (Indian)

Free

Entry (Foreign)

Free

Best Time

October to March (lotus season)

About Pawapuri Jal Mandir

Set in the middle of a serene lotus-filled lake, the Jal Mandir at Pawapuri is one of the holiest pilgrimage sites in Jainism. Lord Mahavira attained Nirvana (Moksha) here, and his body was cremated on this very spot.

Lotus lake
Marble causeway
Jain nirvana site
Peaceful setting

Visit Information

Location

26 km from Nalanda

Duration

1–2 hours

Closed On

Never

Entry Fees

IndianFree
ForeignFree
ChildrenFree

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