The Vulture Peak Or Gijjhakuta, Rajgir, Bihar. The Vulture Peak Pali: Gijjhakuta Also Known As The Holy Eagle Peak Or Gã¡Dhrakãºta, Was The Buddha`s Favorite Retreat In Rajagaha Now Rajgir And The Scene For Many Of His Discourses. Rajgir Is Located In Bihar, India. It Is So Named Because It Resembles A Sitting Vulture With Its Wings Folded.

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