About Vaishali

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Vaishali has emerged as a historical and scenic place, associated with Buddha and Jain Tirthankars. It is considered to be the birthplace of Jain Tirthankar, Mahavira, by the Swetambar sect of Jains.The town derives its name from King Vishal, whose heroic deeds are narrated in the Hindu epic Ramayana. It was here that Buddha preached his last sermon and announced his approaching Nirvana. It is the worldps first democracy with a duly elected council - Vajji.

Area:  52.0 Sq. Kms.

Best Time to Visit:  October to March.

Climate:  As in other places in upper Gangetic plain, Vaishali has an extreme climate. It is very hot in summer and very cold in winter.

Main Languages:  Hindi, Maithili, Bhojpuri and English.

Population:  25,000.

Temperature:  Summer - Max : 44^oC. Min : 21^oC.
Winter - Max : 23^oC. Min : 6^oC.