Monday, February 14, 2011

Buddhist Tourism in India

The incredible India is a treasure of many varieties. A part of the natural and architectural treasures, our mother earth charm tourists with different religious views opposed to other countries.

Besides tourism Hindu, Islam and Christian tourism, India offers deep insight into Buddhist tourism in India for its guests. Buddhism originated in India by Gautama Buddha and began to spread throughout the world. There are many Buddhist pilgrimage centers in India. Devotees from all over the world visit India to explore the true essence of Buddhism.


The popular Buddhist pilgrimage center are:

Lumbini - The birthplace of Buddha, Lumbini is one of the major Buddhist pilgrimage in India. Buddhist devotees visiting India will visit Lumbini. There are many Buddhist monasteries and temples in Lumbini.

Bodh Gaya - The place where Buddha attained enlightenment and Buddhist pilgrimage site revered and important not only in India but also in the world. People visit Bodh Gaya to learn about Buddhism and meditation.

Sarnath - Sarnath near Varanasi is an important Buddhist site. It is the place where Buddha gave his first sermon. is also famous for the monasteries and pagodas of Sarnath.

Kushinagar - Another important place for Buddhists is Kushinagar. Here Lord reached Mahaparinirwana and incinerated.

Ladakh - Ladakh is famous for Buddhist monasteries, gompas and culture. The predominant religion here is Buddhism. This place occupies an important place in Buddhist tourism in India.

Ellora Caves - Maharashtra Located on the world famous Ellora cave decorated with paintings and sculptures related to the life of Buddha.


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