Xuan Zang ( Hsuen Tsang ) Memorial
Nalanda, Bihar · Nalanda travel guide
Chinese monk
Dedicated to the Chinese scholar Xuanzang, the memorial celebrates Indo-Chinese cultural exchange.
Plan your visit
| Time to spend | About 1 h (30 min–1.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 9–11:30 AM — cool, quiet before tour groups |
| Avoid | 12:30–3:30 PM — hot, little shade |
| Best months | Oct–Mar |
| Months to avoid | Apr–Jun |
| Opening hours | Mon–Sun: 8 AM–5 PM |
| Setting | Indoor & outdoor |
| Effort | Easy |
| Good for | Families, Kids, Elderly, Couples, Solo, Groups |
| Rating | 4.6 / 5 on Google (1,687 reviews) |
Nalanda is best visited in winter; summers are very hot.
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need at Xuan Zang ( Hsuen Tsang ) Memorial?
Most visitors spend about 1 h; 30 min–1.5 h depending on pace.
What is the best time to visit Xuan Zang ( Hsuen Tsang ) Memorial?
9–11:30 AM, for cool, quiet before tour groups. The best months are Oct–Mar.
What are the timings of Xuan Zang ( Hsuen Tsang ) Memorial?
Mon–Sun: 8 AM–5 PM.
More things to do in Nalanda
- Mahabodhi Temple
- Gurudwara
- Takhat Shri Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib
- Bodhgaya Bodhi Tree
- Ruins of Nalanda Mahavihara
- Bihar Museum
- Golghar
- Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park