104 km from Patna and 25 km from Nalanda is Pawapuri in the village where Mahavira, the Prophet of Jainism attained Nirvana. White marble temples dominate this holy place. Jalmandir, a shrine amidst a lake, is a serene sight. During the Deepavali (the festival of lights in October-Navember), Jains from all over India gather here to discuss the issues concerning religious faith and community. Maniar Math and Venuvan are other places worth a visit.