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Offered in: English, Spanish
Monument entrances
Personal Varanasi tour guide for Sarnath tour
Sealed 01 Liter mineral water bottle per person
Air-conditioned vehicle
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Overview
A visit to Sarnath will let you know about a famous famous Buddhist religion.Learn who Budhism started and what is the importance of this place is in depth.
You will see Ruins of Sarnath, Budhha Temple, large Buddha statue, Archaeological museum and deer park.
Itinerary
Sarnath (Pass By)
After attaining enlightenment at Bodh Gaya the Buddha went to Sarnath and it was here that he preached his first discourse in the deer park to set in motion the 'Wheel of the Dharma'. It is one of the most holy sites as in this place the stream of the Buddha's teaching first flowed.
Sarnath (Pass By)
Buddha owns favourite place, Sarnath is among the greatest tourist destinations in Varanasi & has utmost importance in Buddhism religion and culture. Situated 10 kms from Varanasi, Sarnath has religious, cultural and architectural significance. It was in the Deer park in Sarnath where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon post-enlightenment. It is a place where from this religion and culture started. The place rose to its significance during reigns of Ashoka who erected numerous stupas here.
Sarnath tour has been customised and designed in such a way that it captures the most of the sights and monuments spread around in Sarnath. The important sites to visit in Sarnath are
Dhamek Stupa :
Situated in Deer Park this stupa marks the site of Buddha’s First Sermon which set forth the wheel of motion.
Chaukhandi Stupa :
Historically believed to be the place where Lord Buddha reunited with 5 disciples. It is a burial mound that serves as a shrine for the relic of Buddha.The stupa was built during Gupta period and later modified during Mughal Period.
Tibetan Temple :
Built in Thai architectural style and houses the statue of Shakyamuni. Famous for thangka paintings and frescoes.
Ashoka Pillar :
The national emblem inspired from Ashokan pillar was built to mark the visit of Emperor Ashoka to Sarnath. The pillar also depicts a bull, a lion, an elephant and a horse which symbolize four different phases of the life of Gautama Buddha.
Archaeological Museum [Remains closed on Fridays] :
A Rich collection of Buddhist relics, Boddhisatva images, and great architectural ruins. A must opt it if you have enough time to tour Varanasi. Gautama Budhha delivered his first sermon here, signifies Sarnath’s importance in Buddhism religion world.
Later after it return back to Hotel and stay overnight.
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Wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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October 27No refund
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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