Day 5: Vulture Peak – Nalanda – Xuan Zang Memorial Hall

Travel Date:2019-04-05 Vulture Peak Vulture Peak, also known as Gṛdhrakūṭa, is located near Rajgir in Uttar Pradesh, India, and is one of the most significant Buddhist sacred sites. Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, delivered many teachings here, including the Lotus Sutra. Vulture Peak is renowned for its association with the Buddha’s sermons, symbolizing the wisdom and…

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Day 6:Vaishali – Kesariya

Treval Date:2019-04-06 Vaishali Vaisali, an ancient and renowned city in India, was one of the significant places where Buddha preached. It served as the capital of the Vajji Republic, known for its thriving commerce, culture, and as one of the earliest democracies in history, establishing a republican system of governance. Buddha announced his approaching Parinirvana…

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Day 7:Kushinagar – Angara Chaitya – Ramabha Stupa

Travel Date: 2019-04-07 Kushinagar Kushinagar is a renowned Buddhist pilgrimage site in ancient India, located in present-day Uttar Pradesh, India. It is famous as the place where Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, attained Mahaparinirvana (final nirvana). According to the Mahaparinibbana Sutta, the Buddha passed away peacefully between the twin Sala trees in Kushinagar. After his passing,…

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Day 9:Jetavana Vihara

Travel Date:2019-04-09 Jetavana Monastery Jetavana Monastery, formally known as Jetavana Anathapindika Arama, was the first officially established Buddhist monastic community in history. Located in the ancient city of Shravasti (present-day Uttar Pradesh, India), it was built on land purchased by the wealthy benefactor Anathapindika (Sudatta) from Prince Jeta, hence its name. Jetavana Monastery was one…

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Day 10:National Museum of India – New Delhi

Travel date: 2019-04-10 National Museum of India The National Museum of India, located in New Delhi, is one of the largest and most significant museums in India. Established in 1949, the museum houses an extensive collection of artifacts and artworks spanning from prehistoric times to the modern era, showcasing India’s rich history, culture, religion, and…

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