: In the Mahabharata , it is known as Girivraja, the fortress-city of King Jarasandha who famously wrestled the Pandava Bhima. Key Landmarks to Visit
: Ruins where King Ajatashatru reportedly imprisoned his father, King Bimbisara. Rajashreerar
: A massive white Peace Pagoda accessible via an aerial ropeway on Ratnagiri Hill. : In the Mahabharata , it is known
: The Buddha spent many seasons here, teaching at Gridhakuta (Vulture's Peak) and the Venuvana monastery. : In the Mahabharata
The city is naturally fortified by the , which include: Ratnagiri (home to the Peace Pagoda) Vipulachal Vaibhargiri Songiri Udaygiri
Rajagriha, meaning "Abode of Kings," served as a seat of power until the capital was moved to Pataliputra.