Famous Festivals of Nalanda, Bihar India
Buddha Jayanti:
Buddha Jayanti is celebrated in April to mark the birth, enlightenment and nirvana of Lord Buddha. During this time, Nalanda and the neighbouring regions of Rajgir and Bodhgaya are thronged with tourists from across the countries. A number of rituals and festivities mark the grand celebrations.
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Chhath Puja:
Chhath Puja is a unique celebration here, more so at the neighbouring region of Patna. Celebrated 6 days after Diwali, in mid-November, it is the worship of the Sun God, taking place at the several temples, the most famous being in Baragaon near Nalanda. People dress in their fineries and head out to worship the god, and offerings of sweets and fruits are also made.
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