Sights in Sarnath
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Mulgandha Kuti Vihar
This modern temple was completed in 1931 by the Mahabodhi Society. Buddha’s first sermon is chanted daily, starting between 6pm and 7pm depending on the season. A bodhi tree growing outside was transplanted in 1931 from the tree in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, which in turn is said to be the offspring of the original tree in Bodhgaya under which Buddha attained enlightenment.
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Archaeological Museum
This fully modernised, 100-year-old sandstone museum houses wonderfully displayed ancient treasures such as the very well preserved 3rd- century BC lion capital from the Ashoka pillar, which has been adopted as India’s national emblem, and a huge, 2000-year-old stone umbrella, ornately carved with Buddhist symbols.
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Dhamekh Stupa & Monastery Ruins
Set in a peaceful park of monastery ruins is the impressive 34m Dhamekh Stupa, which marks the spot where the Buddha preached his first sermon. The floral and geometric carvings are 5th century AD, but some of the brickwork dates back as far as 200 BC.
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Chaukhandi Stupa
This large ruined stupa dates back to the 5th century AD, and marks the spot where Buddha met his first disciples. The incongruous tower on top of the stupa is Mughal and was constructed here in the 16th century to commemorate the visit of Emperor Humayun.
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Deer Park
Behind the Mulgandha Kuti Vihar temple is a large deer park together with some aviaries and a crocodile pool.
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