Viswa Shanti Stupa Rajgir
Rajgir, Bihar · Rajgir travel guide
Peace Pagoda
Built atop Ratnagiri hill, this Buddhist stupa symbolizes world peace and offers panoramic views.
Plan your visit
| Time to spend | About 1.5 h (45 min–2.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 7–10 AM — cool, quiet and clear hill views; 4–5:30 PM — soft light before closing |
| Avoid | 12–3 PM — hot and exposed hilltop |
| Best months | Oct–Mar |
| Months to avoid | Apr–Jun |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Opening hours | Mon–Sun: 9 AM–5 PM |
| Setting | Outdoor |
| Effort | Some walking — Ropeway or ~700 steps up to the stupa |
| Good for | Families, Kids, Elderly, Couples, Solo, Groups |
| Rating | 4.6 / 5 on Google (9,009 reviews) |
Winter is comfortable; summers are very hot. Ropeway runs year-round except bad weather.
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need at Viswa Shanti Stupa Rajgir?
Most visitors spend about 1.5 h; 45 min–2.5 h depending on pace.
What is the best time to visit Viswa Shanti Stupa Rajgir?
7–10 AM, for cool, quiet and clear hill views. The best months are Oct–Mar.
What is the entry fee for Viswa Shanti Stupa Rajgir?
Entry is free.
What are the timings of Viswa Shanti Stupa Rajgir?
Mon–Sun: 9 AM–5 PM.
Is there a dress code at Viswa Shanti Stupa Rajgir?
Modest clothing; remove footwear at shrine
More things to do in Rajgir
- Mahabodhi Temple
- Gurudwara
- Takhat Shri Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib
- Bodhgaya Bodhi Tree
- Ruins of Nalanda Mahavihara
- Bihar Museum
- Golghar
- Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park