14 places found
Nature & Waterfalls One of Bihar's most famous and highest waterfalls, plunging about 150–160 feet from the Ektara hills into a natural pool below. A hugely popular picnic and bathing spot, it draws large crowds during the summer and monsoon. Legend links it to a curse laid on a king who was reborn as a serpent here, freed only by the touch of the Pandavas' waters.
Wildlife & Sanctuaries Bihar's only tiger reserve and its sole national park, set in the Himalayan Terai forests along the Nepal border. Spread over roughly 900 sq km, it shelters Royal Bengal tigers, leopards, sloth bears, wild elephants, gaur and hundreds of bird species. Jeep safaris from Manguraha and Gobardhana ranges offer a genuine wilderness experience in one of North India's richest, leastcrowded jungles.
Nature & Waterfalls A dramatic waterfall in the Kaimur hills where water plunges around 80 metres into a deep rocky gorge, framed by dense forest. Reached along the scenic Bhabua–Adhaura road, it is a hidden gem for nature lovers and trekkers seeking solitude. The viewpoint offers sweeping views of the falling water and surrounding valley.
Nature & Waterfalls A wide, multitiered cascade on the Karmanasa river, roughly 100 feet high and up to 300 feet across, near the Bihar–Uttar Pradesh border. The pools below are a natural habitat for crocodiles, and Bihar is developing the area as a crocodile conservation and ecotourism site. Its forested setting in the Kaimur hills makes it a peaceful, scenic getaway.
Nature & Waterfalls A scenic seasonal waterfall in the Kaimur Range near Sasaram, where water cascades over rocky steps into a deep natural pool. A popular monsoon picnic spot surrounded by forest, it lies close to its twin, Dhua Kund. The lush setting and cool spray make it a favourite weekend escape for the Rohtas region.
Nature & Waterfalls A tall, dramatic waterfall in the Kaimur Range near Sasaram whose plunge throws up so much spray that it looks like rising smoke — hence the name 'Dhua' (smoke) Kund. It is a popular ecotourism and picnic spot best seen in the monsoon. Trekking, camping and birdwatching are possible in the surrounding forest.
Hills & Viewpoints The eastern end of the Vindhya range, where the Kaimur hills and Rohtas plateau rise about 2,000 feet above the plains in a sweep of forest, waterfalls and dramatic viewpoints. The plateau town of Adhaura and its surrounding forests are a cool, scenic retreat. The region hides ancient rock art, wildlife and several of Bihar's best waterfalls.
A revered natural hot spring near Munger, linked in legend to Sita's fire ordeal (agni pariksha) from the Ramayana. The main warm spring is surrounded by cooler pools named Ram, Lakshman, Bharat and Shatrughna Kund. Its geothermal waters are believed to have healing properties, drawing pilgrims and visitors alike.
A large wildlife sanctuary in the hills of southern Munger district, famous for its cluster of natural hot springs — among the hottest in Bihar at 52–65 °C. Dense forest shelters leopards, deer, wild boar and rich birdlife. The remote, unspoilt setting makes it a rewarding destination for wildlife and nature enthusiasts.
Nature & Waterfalls A famous cluster of sacred hot springs at the foot of the Vaibhavgiri hills in Rajgir, fed by streams known as the Saptdhara. Brahmakund, the hottest at around 45 °C, is revered by Hindus who believe the waters can cure ailments. The springs have drawn pilgrims for over two thousand years, set amid a landscape sacred to Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism alike.
Wildlife & Sanctuaries Asia's largest freshwater oxbow lake and Bihar's first Ramsar site, a shimmering wetland near Manjhaul in Begusarai. In winter it hosts tens of thousands of migratory waterbirds along the Central Asian Flyway, with over 200 bird species recorded. A paradise for birdwatchers and photographers, best explored by boat at dawn.
A rugged forest sanctuary in the hills of southern Gaya district, straddling the Bihar–Jharkhand border. Its sal woodlands and thorn forests shelter leopards, sloth bears, nilgai, deer, wolves and a wealth of birdlife. Established in 1976, it is a quiet, offbeat retreat for nature lovers exploring beyond Bodh Gaya.
A tranquil oxbow lake in the Amdabad area of Katihar, flanked by the Mahananda and the Ganga. Gogabil is Bihar's first Community Reserve and, in 2025, became a Ramsar site of international importance. In winter its yearround waters draw flocks of migratory ducks, geese and waders, making it a rewarding spot for birdwatchers in the state's far east.
Nature & Waterfalls A scenic riverside town at Bihar's northern tip on the India–Nepal border, where the Gandak (Narayani) enters India. The Gandak Barrage, a major India–Nepal irrigation and power project, spans the river beside forested hills and the Triveni confluence. Gateway to the Valmiki Tiger Reserve, it blends nature, pilgrimage and crossborder scenery.
