Vikramaśīla University, Ancient Buddhist monastery and university ruins in Antichak, India
The archaeological site contains the remains of a central stupa measuring 15 meters high, surrounded by 108 smaller temples and monastic quarters.
King Dharmapala of the Pala dynasty established this educational center between 783 and 820 CE, which operated continuously until its destruction in 1203.
The institution housed 3,000 Buddhist scholars who translated numerous Sanskrit texts into Tibetan and taught advanced courses in philosophy, logic, and grammar.
The archaeological complex, located in Bihar's Bhagalpur district, stands 13 kilometers from Kahalgaon town and features informational displays about its past.
The university maintained six gate guardians who tested new students through scholarly debates before granting them admission to the institution.
Location: Bhagalpur district
GPS coordinates: 25.32440,87.28670
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:18
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