one of the best uni in bihar but worst in teaching😡

A revered seat of learning in ancient India, Nalanda was one of the earliest universities in the country and home to students from India, Tibet, China, Korea and Central Asia. Eminent Chinese scholar and traveler Hsuan-tsang visited the university between 685 and 762 AD and studied Buddhist theology, the Vedas, logic, and metaphysics. Amply patronized by the kings of the Gupta Empire, Nalanda flourished from 5th century AD to 1200 AD. One of the most important centers of learning, Nalanda is believed to have three huge libraries – so huge, they burnt for six months when the marauding armies of Islamist invaders attacked the monastery in 1193. About 95 km from Patna, this glorious scholastic and monastic institution today tells its stories through its ruins of stupas, shrines and viharas. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the attraction also features a fascinating archeological museum next to the ruins. Displays include the Nalanda University seal, bronze and stone sculptures. Also visit the Xuan Zang Memorial Hall, built by the Chinese in honor of the famous traveler, while you are here. Spend a day at this peaceful point of interest and revel in the wonderful history of the city. Location: Near Bihar Sharif town, Nalanda district Timings: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, open all days, except Friday Entry Fee: ₹ 15 Fees for Video Camera: ₹25

In 1951, Bhikku Jagdish Kashyap, backed by India’s first President, Dr. Rajendra Prasad founded it with a hope to revive the ancient seat of Buddhist learning. The present campus is located on the bank of a peaceful lake, two kilometers from the ruins. The university offers diploma and degree courses in Pali, Philosophy and Indian culture.

Nalanda (Sanskrit: नालंंदा ISO: Nālandā, pronounced [naːlən̪d̪aː]) was an ancient Mahavihara, a revered Buddhist monastery which also served as a renowned centre of learning, in the ancient kingdom of Magadha (modern-day Bihar) in India.[4] The university of Nalanda obtained significant fame, prestige and relevance during ancient times, and rose to legendary status due to its contribution to the emergence of India as a great power around the fourth century.[5] The site is located about 95 kilometres (59 mi) southeast of Patna, and was one of the greatest centres of learning in the world from the fifth century CE to c. 1200 CE.[6] Today, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Credit wekipedia At its peak the school attracted scholars and students from near and far, with some travelling from Tibet, China, Korea, and Central Asia.[9] The highly formalised methods of Buddhist studies helped the establishment of large teaching institutions such as Taxila, Nalanda, and Vikramashila,[10] which are often characterised as India's early universities.[11][12][13][14] Archaeological evidence also notes contact with the Shailendra dynasty of Indonesia, one of whose kings built a monastery in the complex. Nalanda flourished under the patronage of the Gupta Empire in the 5th and 6th centuries, and later under Harsha, the emperor of Kannauj.[15] The liberal cultural traditions inherited from the Gupta age resulted in a period of growth and prosperity until the ninth century CE. The subsequent centuries were a time of gradual decline, a period during which the tantric developments of Buddhism became most pronounced in eastern India under the Pala Empire.[16] Much of our knowledge of Nalanda comes from the writings of pilgrim monks from Asia, such as Xuanzang and Yijing, who travelled to the Mahavihara in the 7th century CE. Vincent Smith remarked that "a detailed history of Nalanda would be a history of Mahayanist Buddhism." Many of the names listed by Xuanzang in his travelogue as alumni of Nalanda are the names of those who developed the overall philosophy of Mahayana.[17] All students at Nalanda studied Mahayana, as well as the texts of the eighteen (Hinayana) sects of Buddhism. Their curriculum also included other subjects, such as the Vedas, logic, Sanskrit grammar, medicine, and Samkhya.[10][18][19][20] Nalanda was destroyed three times but was rebuilt only twice.[21] It was ransacked and destroyed by an army of the Mamluk Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate under Bakhtiyar Khalji in c. 1200 CE.[22] While some sources note that the Mahavihara continued to function in a makeshift fashion after this attack, it was eventually abandoned altogether and forgotten until the 19th century, when the site was surveyed and preliminary excavations were conducted by the Archaeological Survey of India. Systematic excavations commenced in 1915, which unearthed eleven monasteries and six brick temples neatly arranged on grounds 12 hectares (30 acres) in area. A trove of sculptures, coins, seals, and inscriptions have also been discovered in the ruins, many of which are on display in the Nalanda Archaeological Museum, situated nearby. Nalanda is now a notable tourist destination, and a part of the Buddhist tourism circuit. On 25 November 2010, the Indian government, through an Act of Parliament, resurrected the ancient university through the Nalanda University Bill, and subsequently a new Nalanda University was established. It has been designated as an "International University of National Importance."

One of the best University in bihar with most number of foreign students including monks. I visited this University at my college tour to North indian Buddhist architectural sites. Sir aanand was there to guide us . This University has ancient scripture of kushan period. And huge collection of historical writing from great scholars.

Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first president of the Republic of India had initiated the idea and declared that the ancient seat of Buddhist learning at Nalanda would be revived and thus had emanated the vision of establishing the Nava Nalanda Mahavihara. At the insistence of Ven. Bhikshu Jagdish Kashyap and with this goal in mind, the Government of Bihar established a research institute called "Magadh institute of Post-Graduate studies and research in Pali and allied Languages and Buddhist Learning" at Nalanda in 1551. It later came to be known as Nava Nalanda Mahavihara.

What to say about this place? It was established by none other than the very first president of India Dr Rajendra Prasad as an initiative to revive the ancient Nalanda University as well the glorious past of Bihar. Whereas after six decades another University with same intent was launched by the President APJ Kalaam under the UPA government. And that's sums it all!

Perched majestically atop a hill, the temple offers a sublime sanctuary where the spiritual and the natural converge, creating an unforgettable experience of tranquility and devotion. As I ascended the winding path to reach the summit, I was already captivated by the stunning panoramic views that unfolded before me. Upon reaching the temple, I was instantly struck by its awe-inspiring architecture. The intricate details of the stone carvings, the ornate decorations, and the grandeur of the temple's design transported me to a realm of sacred beauty. The sight alone instilled a sense of reverence and anticipation for the spiritual journey that awaited within. Stepping into the temple, I was enveloped by an atmosphere of serenity and piety. The soft incense wafted through the air, mingling with the melodic chants and prayers of devotees. The dimly lit interior created an ambiance that encouraged introspection and deep connection with the divine. The temple's main deity radiated an aura of tranquility and benevolence, and devotees offered their heartfelt prayers and offerings. The air was filled with a palpable sense of devotion and devotion, as seekers of all ages sought solace and enlightenment. Beyond its spiritual significance, the temple's hilltop location offered breathtaking vistas of the surrounding landscapes. From the lofty heights, I witnessed a tapestry of rolling hills, lush green valleys, and distant horizons that left me in awe of nature's magnificenc.