Tag: buddha
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Early morning trip to the Sarnath archaeological site
Sarnath is an excavated ruin where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment under the Mahabodhi tree at Bodh Gaya. Sarnath is situated 10 km from Varanasi and its archeological museum houses the original Ashokan pillar, the national emblem of India.
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Konark International Sand Art Festival 2017
The International Sand Art Festival is a one of its kind festival organized at the Chandrabhaga beach of Konark in Odisha from December 1 to December 5. This 5 day extravaganza features sand artists from many countries who compete with the best Indian artists for the title. Its a remarkable cultural event held along with…
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Tracing the roots of Buddhism: The Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya
Buddhism, one of the prominent religions of Asia traces its origins to Bodh Gaya. The place where Prince Siddhartha became Lord Buddha. The place that preached the world about virtues of peace and nonviolence; about benevolence and the subtle art of dharma. Situated in Bihar, a state much despised for being unruly and rowdy, Bodh…
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Photostory : The international temples at Bodh Gaya
Bodh Gaya, the place where Buddhism took birth, has over time become a truly global spiritual destination with international tourists from all Buddhism practicing nations flocking to Bodh Gaya throughout the year. All major Buddhism practicing nations and all sects of Buddhism have established their own temples at Bodh Gaya to facilitate their visitors. With…
Jolly Miles 