From Varanasi: Sarnath Half-Day Tour

Explore Sarnath, the birthplace of Buddhism, on a half-day tour from Varanasi. Visit the most important temples, including Sarang Nath, and see the Sarnath Museum.
Discover the birthplace of Buddhism on a half-day guided tour of Sarnath from Varanasi. Visit the most important temples in Sarnath, including Sarang Nath, a shrine dedicated to the god Shiva, and see the Japanese and Chinese temples as well as the Mulagandha Kuti Vihar monastery.

After being picked up from your hotel, you'll be taken via private vehicle to Sarnath, a city less than 10 miles (15 km) from Varanasi. After around a 30-minute drive, you'll arrive at one of the four holy cities of Buddhism. In fact, this is the birthplace of the world's fourth-largest religion, as Sarnath was the location in which Buddha first taught the concepts and principles of Dharma over 2500 years ago. It is to this day a pilgrimage center for Buddhists.

Throughout your half-day guided tour, you'll visit the most important temples in Sarnath, including Sarang Nath, a shrine dedicated to the god Shiva, whose name means "Lord of the deer" - your guide will explain why! You'll also see the Japanese and Chinese temples as well as the Mulagandha Kuti Vihar monastery.

Finally, you'll visit the Sarnath Museum, where you'll appreciate the excellent collection of Buddhist art and sculpture. Finishing your guided tour, you'll be dropped off at your hotel in Varanasi.

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