Sarnath
Top Places to Visit
Chaukhandi Stupa
Chaukhandi Stupa. Constructed in the the 5th century, the stupa marks the spot where the Buddha met the five ascetics. The octagonal tower is of Islamic origin ...
Dhamekh Stupa
Dhamekh Stupa. Constructed by king Ashoka in 249 BCE to commemorate his pilgrimage to the Deer Park. It is believed that the stupa marks the exact spot where ... more
Dharmarajika Stupa
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The Dharmarajika stupa, built by the emperor Ashoka to enshrine the Buddha's relics, is situated at a short distance of Dhamek stupa(the spot where Buddha gave ... more
Mulagandhakuti Vihara
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Mulagandha Kuti Vihar Sarnath is situated amidst brick ruins of ancient Sarnath, and is well known for its magnificent murals and frescos. This Buddhist Temple ... more
Ashoka Pillar
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The national symbol of India, the Lion capital of Ashoka stands tall at Sarnath. It is a sculpture of four Indian lions that are standing back to back and was... more
Sarnath Archeological Museum
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This is the oldest site museum of the Archaeological Survey of India. Amid natural surroundings, lies the Archaeological Museum; which exhibits the Buddhist ... more
Bodhivriksha
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The holy Bodhi vriksha or the Bodhi Tree is considered as an important and famous trees by Buddhists as Gautam Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi ...
Thai Temple
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This temple is built by the thai community, in thai architecture.
Nichigai Suzan Horinji Temple
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The Nichigai Suzan Horinji Temple is commonly referred to as 'Japanese Temple' by local guides and tourists. This one is in walking distance of the world-famous... more
Top Places to Eat
Sarnath Restaurant
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Airy, open and with a true green feel. It is the perfect place to wind down after a long day at work or to host a party to impress. The large, bright terrace ... more
Vaishali Restaurant
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Large and modern 1st-floor restaurant serving mostly Indian dishes, but some Chinese too. It's the best in town.
Friend Corner Tibetan Restaurant
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A cute restaurant-cafe with smiley staff that does a great momo (Tibetan dumpling). Near Agrawal guest house.
Green Hut
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A breezy open-sided cafe-restaurant offering snacks, thalis (₹60 to ₹160) and Chinese dishes.
Top Shopping Places
Sarnath Market
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Bazaar is the market where local farmers congregate to sell their products. bazar is popular for dried fish, yak's cheese and yeast for producing local alcohol.
Top Activity Places
Outdoor Activities
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There is not much scope for outdoor activities in Sarnath. Apart from visiting the stupas and monasteries check out the Archaeological Museum to know about ... more