Day 2: Varanasi – Sarnath
Travel Date: 2019-04-02
Varanasi
Varanasi, also known as Benares or Kashi, is one of the oldest cities in India and among the world’s most ancient continuously inhabited cities. Located on the western bank of the Ganges River in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi is revered as the spiritual capital of India. It holds immense religious significance for Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains. The city’s history dates back to around 2000 BCE or earlier, with numerous mentions in ancient Indian scriptures and legends.
Sarnath, located near Varanasi, is the site where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon, making it a pivotal location in Buddhism, here has featuring a famous stupa and a museum.
Varanasi is a unique atmosphere and deep cultural roots make it a place that captivates visitors from around the world. It is a city where one can truly experience the spiritual essence of India.
Sarnath
The place where Buddha first preached, where he preached the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path to five ascetics, marking the founding of Buddhism. Sarnath is one of the important holy places of Buddhism, located about 10 kilometers north of Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, India. Sarnath is famous for the first Dharma wheel of Sakyamuni Buddha here, and is a milestone in the history of the spread of Buddhism. Sarnath is one of the four holy places of Buddhism (the other three are: Bodh Gaya, Vulture Peak and Kushinagar). The Sanskrit name of Sarnath is “Mrigadava”, which means “forest where deer play”. It is said that this place was once a place where many deer lived, hence the name.
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