Gurpa Hills / Gurupada Giri is one of the natural and historical places located in the Gaya ji district of Bihar. It is situated on the Bihar-Jharkhand border at a distance of 50 km.

Here Mahakasyapa, the last disciple of Buddha, attained Nirvana. Gurupada Giri is now known as 'Gurpa Hill'. Another name for this hill is 'Kukkutpada Giri'. Natural scenery, forests, waterfalls, sunrise and sunset views, all have put Gurpa hill in great vogue.

There is a temple named Gurupada on Gurpa hill which is assumed to have footprints of “Lord Vishnu”. This place has gained popularity among the pilgrims of Buddhism and Hinduism. From the top of the Gurpa peak, one can get a breathtaking view of the surrounding countryside. It is an ideal place for meditation. Tourists throughout the year is visiting this place.

At a Glance

A significant site in Buddhist history, Gurpa Hill is believed to be the meditation site of Mahakashyapa, one of Buddha’s foremost disciples. According to legend, he entered deep meditation here and awaits the arrival of the next Buddha, Maitreya. The trek to the hill is a spiritually uplifting journey and offers breathtaking natural views, making it a favorite among adventure seekers and pilgrims.

Best Time to Visit : September to April.

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