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The Shanti Stupa
Dhauli, Orissa, India Phone: Not AvailableAbout
When the Shanti Stupa in Rajgir was inaugurated, a suggestion to build a similar stupa in Dhauli came up. The suggestion was taken up and the construction of the stupa in Dhauli commenced in 1971 under the supervision of Kalinga Nippon Buddha Sangha. The Sangha was spreaheaded by Guruji Fujii, Founder President of Nipponzan Myohoji of Japan. The Shanti stupa or the Peace Pagoda, located atop the hill, consists of statues of the Buddha and sculpted scenes from His life. Today, the stupa is hugely popular with the tourists, so much so that it quiet often surpasses the popularity of the Ashokan Rock edicts. From here, tourists can also enjoy marvellous views of the Daya river winding its way through the paddy fields.
