Sarnath: foot steps of Buddha
ID: GYG1093533-1679260
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
04:30 hours
Description
Buddha, a prince who turned to a monk and spread the message of peace around the world. Let's follow his foot steps and walk on his path.
Buddha was a prince who left his luxurious life to find out the way to get rid of the sorrows from human life. His trail was long which started from Kapilvastu in Nepal and ended up.in Kushinagar via Bodhgaya & Sarnath.
So, let's visit Sarnath where we can still feel the vibrations of his sermons full of compassion, love for others & steps to enlightment. We can meditate in the 'Mool Gandh Kuti Vihar' the main temple or next to the Dhamekh-stupa where Buddha himself orrated the divine knowledge to his desciples in an open vast & beautiful park dotted with several memories from the past.
Site museum houses some if the most exquisite exhibits which unroll the great history of India, Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism & Indian art. Some of the most brilliant artefacts along with the national emblem of India has been on display there which reflect the aura of highly developed classical art of India.
The images of Buddha, his different incarnations, gods & goddesses, celestial figures are some of the amazing attractions of this marvellous tiny museum.
Highlights
- Meditation in the Moolgandh Kuti Vihar
- Meditation next to the Dhamekh stupa
- Site museum
- A walk in the archaeological park
- 80 feet tall image of Buddha
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Modest clothing will be appreciated as it's primarily a Buddhist site.
It's near a restaurant called Itihaas Alley Kitchen, Assi-ghat.
INCLUDED
- Transportation, guiding services, all the entry-tickets, water bottles etc
NOT INCLUDED
- Any other food & drinks, shopping, tips & gratuity
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.