Kesariya Stupa: There are many such places in India, which are famous all over the world due to their special reasons. The Kesariya Stupa of Bihar is also no less than a big wonder. It is believed that Kesariya Stupa is the largest and tallest Buddha Stupa in the world. This stupa is 110 km away from Patna city in Kesariya city of East Champaran. The stupa is believed to have been built during the Maurya period. However, today it is the most important historical place in Bihar. People from all over the world come here to visit.
World's largest stupa
Kesariya Stupa was not discovered. The local people knew this for centuries. However, like most of the old monuments, this too was forgotten. Perhaps that's why the good part of this stupa was not even excavated. During the year 1998, when some archaeologists excavated in this area, during which the world's tallest and largest stupa was found standing there.
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What is the length
The Stupa is about 104 feet tall and the parameter of its Holi is about 400 feet. It is huge, to say the least. Kesariya Stupa is also the most important religious place for the people of Buddhism. According to Buddhist tradition, the stupa is one of the sites where Lord Buddha preached to his disciples before his death. It is like a place of pilgrimage for Buddhists living all over the world.
Architectural model
Kesariya Stupa is also popular because of its unique architecture. The stupa is built in a unique circular shape. The dome of the stupa is made of bricks and stones. There are many such places in the stupa, which were once used to keep the idols and relics of Lord Buddha. Today, it is an important part of India's cultural heritage. It has been preserved by the Archaeological Survey of India. People from all over the country and the world come to see this stupa.
