Top Places to visit in Nawada, Bihar

Kakolat waterfall, situated on the Kakolat hill, located on the border of Bihar and Jharkhand, just 33 km from Nawada. This is one of the most visited and renowned Bihar getaway, where tourists come from all over the state and adjoining areas to witness the sheer beauty of Mother Nature cascading marvelously. The Kakolat waterfall of Bihar cascades down from a height of between 150 and 160 feet and forms a natural reservoir at the base of the waterfall. Good fall in Bihar

Legends are also associated with the Kakolat waterfall such as a Treta Yug king was cursed to take the shape of a python and live at the falls here, by a Hindu spiritualist. The place was then visited by the Pandavas during their exile and it was during that time that the python king got rid of the curse, and he proclaimed that any person who bathed in the waterfall would never be reborn as a snake.

Kakolat waterfall has become an increasingly popular tourist attraction in Bihar, where huge crowds can be seen during summers for weekend picnics. This waterfall also boats a wide variety of watersports and fun in the water. Apart from its significance as a tourist destination, the Kakolat waterfall is also widely visited at the time when a big fair is held on an occasion of bishua or chait Sankranti. This is basically a religious event accompanied by a three-day festival, where many devotees take their bath in the waterfall. The Kakolat waterfall has great historical and mythological significance. The waterfall is located near Govindpur police station, about 33 km away from Nawada, on Kakolat Hill. Below the falls there is a deep natural reservoir.

The fall is approximately 160 feet (49 m) in height. The scene is panoramic due to the all-round green forest area. Kakolat Fall is a popular tourist spot in Bihar. During the summer, people from all over India come to the falls for picnics.

source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kakolat_Falls

Sekho Devra Aasram is a small ashram which is located in a very remote area, i.e on the foothills and in midst of a jungle. Even though this place is quaint and beautiful but it is not for the tourists. You will hardly any amenities. There are huts in this ashram and are very spacious but devoid of any modern gadgets for comfort. There are ponds and wild animals, You might see deer, foxes, and cheetahs when they come out and the area is a bit unsafe.

Griddhakuta mountain is a place where Lord Buddha used to preach. It is a must see place if you are in Rajgir or Nawada. To Visit Griddhakuta Mountain you have to go to the Vishwa Shanti Stupa by ropeway and then you need to walk down a bit to take a diverted route. The way is almost same from where people walk to Vishwa Shanti Stupa it just has a diversion in between.

While walking to the top you will find 3 caves. First one is of Rahula, second of Sariputta and third of Lord Buddha.

It's a beautiful place but don't visit in the summer, that will be very tiring.

Nardah Museum is located in the Nawada district of Bihar. It is characterized as a multi-purpose museum. It's having geographical coordinates as 24 degrees 53 minutes 27 seconds north and 85 degrees 32 minutes 31 seconds east.

Sobhiya Temple is one of the important temples in Nawada district, People from several villages come here to perform marriages and other rituals. It also provides an amazing picnic spot. Here you will find a pond as well. You must visit this Dham if you come to Nawada.

Saint Joseph Catholic Church is situated at Satya Sai Nagar, Dr. Sultan Ahmad Colony, Nawada, Bihar. It is one of the rare places in Nawada where you can visit to spend some peaceful time.

You will not find any direct flights or trains or buses are available between Patna to Nawada. The convenient and fastest way to reach from Patna to Nawada is to take Indica from Patna to Nawada. The cheapest way to reach Nawada from Patna is to take State Transport Bus from Patna to Gaya then take Gaya Hwh Express from Gaya to Nawada.