Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v1.c7.s2.t9.6

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Modern Rajgir is now a famous tourist spot with many popular ancient sites like Jarasandh's *akhara* [wrestling ground or gymnasium], Ajatshatru's Fort, the prison where Bimbisara was detained, Cyclopean Walls, Sonbhanadar (gold treasury), Saptaparni and Pippila caves, site of Venuvana Monastery, Griddhakuta hill, hot springs etc. Among the recent addition is the World Peace Stupa containing a large statue of Buddha. It has been built by the Japanese at an altitude of 400 meters and can be reached by a ropeway. Numerous ruins and sites linked with landmark historical events in India bear testimony to its illustrious past.