NALANDA UNIVERSITY BIHAR - one of the world's first residential universities and a UNESCO World Heritage
India has always been revered as a land of learning. From ancient sciences to arts, philosophy, and literature, the country has always been a destination for learners from all over the world. Ancient universities and institutes have drawn travelers and philosophers who sought knowledge and wisdom from this rich Asian region. The Nalanda University is one such place that stood as an education hub from 500 CE to 1200 CE. Even today, after centuries of invasion and depletion of the structure, the ruins and the site still stand as a symbol of India’s illustrious past. In 2016 the ruins were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Nalanda was one of the world’s first residential universities , i.e., it had dormitories for students. It is also one of the most famous universities.It accommodated over 10,000 students and 2,000 teachers. The university was considered an architectural masterpiece, and was marked by a lofty wall and one gate. Nalanda had
