
PilgrimagePilgrimageJain HeritageNature
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
