An historical background on Ghora Katora in Rajgir, Nalanda Bihar, India
pic credit: Tourism Bihar ADMISSION OPEN #NavaNalandaMahavihara for Certificate, PGD, UG Degree and PG Degree courses Ghora Katora, also known as "Horse Bowl," is a significant historical site located in Rajgir, Bihar, India. It holds immense cultural and historical importance due to its association with the ancient city of Rajagriha, which served as the capital of the Magadha Empire during the time of Gautama Buddha. Rajagriha, meaning "the royal palace," was a prosperous city that thrived from the 6th century BCE to the 4th century BCE. It was the capital of the Magadha Kingdom, which later evolved into the powerful Magadha Empire. Rajagriha was not only a political and administrative center but also a prominent spiritual hub. It attracted scholars, philosophers, and religious leaders from different parts of India. Ghora Katora, situated atop a hill in Rajgir, is a horseshoe-shaped arena with high rocky hills surrounding it. The name "Ghora Katora" tran...