Sarnath Tourism and Travel Guide

Sarnath - Enlightenment of Buddhism

Sarnath is a standout amongst the most visited Buddhist pilgrimage in Varanasi. Today, Sarnath remains as one of the key destinations on the Buddhist Culture, seeking the pilgrims from around the globe. The town is constructed with religious communities, stupas, and a historical center.

It is also well-known as the Mrigadava, Migadāya, Rishipattana, and Isipatana. A great many explorers from all parts of the world visit Sarnath to pay praise to Lord Buddha.

History of Sarnath -

Buddha came to Sarnath to spread his message as the centre method to nirvana after he accomplished his highest wisdom at Bodhgaya and gave his well-known first lesson here. In the third century BC, Emperor Ashoka had marvellous stupas and religious communities raised here and in addition an engraved column. At the point when Chinese explorer Xuan Zang dropped by in AD 640, Sarnath flaunted a 100m-high stupa and 1500 priests living in huge religious communities. However, before long, Buddhism was declining and, when Muslim trespassers sacked the city in the late twelfth century, Sarnath vanished in and out. It was 'rediscovered' by British archaeologists in 1835.

Location of Sarnath -

Sarnath is a place situated 10 kilometres north-east of Varanasi amidst the river Ganges and the Varuna streams in Uttar Pradesh, India.

Fairs and Festivals in Sarnath -

The city is glided with many prominent festivals with rich culture and tradition. Some of the most celebrated festivals are Buddha Purnima, Navaratri, Holi, Makar Sankranti, and many more.

Cuisines of Sarnath -

The city primarily focuses on North-Indian food, specialized in various eateries. There are handful food joints which offer scrumptious and mouth-watering delicacies. One can enjoy Chinese delicacies offered at a few places in the town. They have other food joints offering traditional food like peda, gulkand, kheer, and so on. These festivals are celebrated in much zeal where people across the world come and enjoy to their fullest.

Did You Know -

The deer park is known by Sarnath, where Lord Buddha gave his first message about Dharma.

Best Time to Visit Sarnath -

Sarnath has favourable winters to enjoy the cool mornings outside the temple. However, the best time to visit Sarnath is from October to March.

How to Reach Sarnath -

The closest air terminal is Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Babatpur, Varanasi – 30 Km. You can get bus service from Varanasi to Sarnath on a regular interval. The closest railway station is Varanasi Railway Station and Sarnath Railway Station, which is all around associated with every significant city.

Tourist Attractions in Sarnath -

Sarnath is the center point of diverse culture, traditions, and customs. Explore and enjoy into the unlimited tourist attraction which includes Thai Temple, Ashoka Temple, Chaukhandi Stupa, Dharmek Stupa, Deer Park, and so on. In addition to this, more than six temples have been crafted by different Asian people group at Sarnath since the site's reclamation, including a Tibetan Temple and Sri Lankan Temple.