The country of India is known for many religions, one of which is Buddhism. It was founded by Lord Gautam Buddha. Buddhism is a religion and philosophy derived from the Shramana tradition of India. This religion always inspires us to follow the truth with non-violence and choose the right path. Today, there are many monasteries, stupas, monuments, and other Buddhist sites associated with Gautam Buddha across the country. Those who contain the teachings of Buddhism, culture, Vedas, and their priceless words. If you are also eager to know about the priceless words, secrets, and philosophical and spiritual teachings of Gautam Buddha, then today we are going to tell you about the places of Indian Buddhism which attract tourists from all over the world. Let's know about them...

Mahabodhi Temple, Bihar
The Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya in Bihar is one of the holiest pilgrimage sites for Buddhists. This is the place where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment while sitting under an ancient Bodhi tree. The tree is still inside the main temple. This temple was built by King Ashoka. There is also a magnificent statue of Buddha made of yellow sandstone.

Kushinagar
Located near Gorakhpur in the northeastern region of Uttar Pradesh, Kushinagar is a major Buddhist pilgrimage site. Lord Buddha is believed to have died in Kushinagar after which Emperor Ashoka built a stupa here to mark the site of parinirvana. The stupa contains a resurgent Nirvana image of the Buddha, with a recumbent image of the "dying Buddha" enshrined on the right. Kushinagar is a religious town that attracts a large number of tourists and especially followers of Buddhism. Other major sites of Kushinagar include Chaitya, Rambhar Stupa, Math, and some popular small temples.

Red Maitreya Temple, Leh
This temple is one of the most spectacular Indian places. This religious place is a part of Thiksey Monastery and is very famous for the 49 feet tall statue of Lord Buddha. Pilgrims and travelers from all over the world come here for the beauty and spiritual importance of this place and to feel the peace.

Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath
Also called Dhamekha or Dhamek Stupa, Dhamekha Stupa is a colossal Buddhist stupa in Sarnath. It marks the spot where the Buddha delivered his first sermon after enlightenment to his first disciples. This is the reason why it is considered an important religious place for the followers of Buddhism. This huge cylindrical stupa is 43.6 meters high and 28 meters wide. A large number of devotees visit this famous Buddhist temple in India.

Wat Thai Temple, Kushinagar
Wat Thai Temple is one of the other Buddhist treasures. An atmosphere of peace and tranquility has enveloped the temple and hence it proves to be the best for those who are Looking for a place of peace or quiet to practice meditation amid Prakriti. The temple also has a prayer hall if you wish to sit, meditate and pray inside the temple premises. The unique architecture, natural beauty, and magical spiritual aura of the temple attract travelers. Apart from being an architectural wonder, the temple is surrounded by a lush green forest area, which is full of trees and shrubs, which adds to the beauty of the place's manifold.

Sariputra Stupa
The Sariputra Stupa is one of the most important Buddhist sites in India. Let us tell you that Sariputra was one of the two main disciples of Lord Buddha. And in this stupa, there are the bones of Sariputra, one of the two main disciples of Lord Buddha. Sariputra also attained salvation by sacrificing his life following the footsteps of Lord Buddha. And it was after his death that the Sariputra Stupa was built. The stupa is pyramidal surrounded by pillars and is typical of Buddhist structures. The seven layers of construction explain its enormous size. Which is worth watching.

Vishwa Shanti Stupa, Rajgir
Vishwa Shanti Stupa, also known as Pagoda. Vishwa Shanti Stupa is one of the most famous Buddhist temples in India. Located in the city of Rajgir in the Indian state of Bihar, it is a major attraction of the city which can be reached via ropeway. Perched on top of a hill, it is a beautiful white-colored structure that houses a golden statue of Lord Buddha. This incredibly peaceful place is a must-visit place for all the people visiting this place.

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