Tourist Destination |
Monuments of Sravasti
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City |
Sravasti |
State |
Uttar Pradesh |
Location |
North India |
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About:
The Monuments in Sravasti is famous for plinths and foundations of temples and stupas that once were the main place of Buddhist activity. The Anandabodhi tree in Jetavana monastery, Gandhakuti (Buddha's hut) in Jetavana, Stupa of Angulimala, remains of City walls of Sravasti, with ancient city gate, the remains of Jetvana Monastery, the spot where Buddha performed the 'Twin Miracle', Anathapindika's Stupa, are the principal Monuments In Shravasti In Uttar Pradesh India. Few other beautiful Monuments in Sravasti Uttar Pradesh are to be found in Maheth and is said to be the actual site of the city of Sravasti. A cluster of ruins showing remains of city roads, buildings, walls are to be found here in Maheth.
Sravasti has been identified with the remains at Saheth-Maheth, situated on the banks of the river Rapti. It was the capital of ancient Kosala kingdom and is sacred to the Buddhists because it is here that Lord Buddha performed the greatest of his miracles which include Buddha creating multiple image of self, which has been a favourite theme of Buddhist art. It is well-connected with good roads constructed under Buddhist-Circuit.
How to reach
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Nearest Airport: Lucknow Airport Nearest Railway Station: Balrampur/Gonda Nearest Bus Station: Sravasti
Nearest Bus Station: Ajanta Foot Cave
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Opening Hours |
Opening Time: 06:00 AM Closing Time : 06:00 PM |
Temperature |
During winter 08°C to 26°C and During summer 21°C to 41°C |
Best Time to Visit |
September to March |
Monument: Monuments of Sravasti
Indian Fees: Rs. 15/-
SAARC: Rs. 15/-
BIMSTEC: Rs. 15/-
FOREIGNER: Rs. 200/-