Synonymous with peace, meditation and spirituality, Buddhism is one of the world's ancient and widely practised religions. Gautam Budha, the founder of Buddhism, spent many years of his life in India hence, there are some beautiful Buddhist pilgrimage places in the country for you to explore. With great religious significance and emanating divinity, these sites are frequently travelled by pilgrims and historians from all across the globe. So, if you want to explore the popular ancient Buddhist sites in India for inner peace and serenity, then an 8 days-tour Buddhist tour in India by IRCTC is a must.
Must-see places on your 8-day journey to enlightenment
Places to visit in Lumbini: -
Mayadevi Temple
The main tourist attraction of Lumbini is the Maya Devi temple. It is believed to be the birthplace of Buddha and people also believe that the newly-born Buddha took his first seven steps of life. The temple is situated next to the Pushkarini sacred pool and a sacred garden. There is a popular belief among the people that Maya Devi took the shade of a bodhi tree and took a dip in the nearby pond. At Mayadevi temple in Lumbini, Buddha took his first bath.
Ashokan pillar
The 6 m tall, 3rd-century stone pillar was constructed during the reign of Emperor Ashoka. Ashoka constructed this pillar as a mark of respect after visiting Lord Buddha's birthplace and accepting Buddhism. The pillar stands tall within the Maya Devi temple fenced by small prayer flags.
Places to visit in Kushinagar
Parinirvan Stupa and Temple: -
The Mahaparinirvana Temple is considered one of the most sacred shrines for Buddhists across the world. The temple is built in ancient architectural style and houses a 6 m long reclining nirvana statue of Lord Buddha, that was excavated in the year 1876.
Matha Kaur shrine: -
Mathakaur Shrine is on the list of all major Kushinagar tourism packages by IRCTC. It is a belief among the people that the Matha Kuar shrine is the place where Lord Buddha gave his last sermon before he died. The temple houses a colossal statue of Buddha. The statue was found by Carlleyle in the course of excavations in 1876. It was broken into two pieces and later restored to its original form in 1927.
Places to visit in Rajgir
Gridhakuta hill: -
The hill has been the witness of work done by lord buddha after his enlightenment, making it an incredibly sacred spot visited annually by thousands of pilgrims from all over the world each year. Lord Buddha during his stay here after attaining enlightenment, making it an incredibly sacred spot visited annually by thousands of pilgrims from all over the world each year!
Venuvana Monastery
On your Rajgir Buddhist mandir travel, you cannot miss visiting the Venuvan Monastery. The monastery was built by King Bimbisara and offered to Lord Buddha. Lord Buddha, spent some time in this monastery after attaining enlightenment. It is a Japanese shrine with different bamboo groves and plants spread all around.
Saptparni cave
In the Rajgir Buddhist Tour, you will also get to explore Saptparni Caves, where the first Buddhist Council was held. Saptparni Cave also has Rajgir Hot water springs which have analgesic properties and are considered holy by Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains.
Conclusion
Get ready for a soul-satisfying journey through India's Buddhist heritage. From Lumbini the birthplace of Lord Buddha to the sacred places of Rajgir, experience inner peace and enlightenment with IRCTC’s 8-day tour.
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