Tourism in India
Kushinagar -
Buddhist Destination in India
Kushinagar
Tourism
Kushinagar Tours
Kushinagar in Eastern
Uttar Pradesh is one of the most frequented Buddhist pilgrimages in India.
Lord Buddha got nirvana at Kushinagar. The place that has for long remained
neglected is fast picking up on the tourism map. Kushinagar has seen major
infrastructure uplift in the recent years that is pushing tourism in this
region.
The nearest Airport from Kushinagar is in Gorakhpur district but the access
to this airport is limited. Therefore, Varanasi airport acts as the primary
airport for Kushinagar. The nearest railhead is Gorakhpur that is well
connected to the rest of India as well as Uttar Pradesh.
Kushinagar is the very place where Lord Buddha got Nirvana. This event is
known as Maha-Parnirvana in Buddhist and Hindu literature. Therefore,
Kushinagar evokes emotion amidst pilgrims. There are sites that are related
to Buddha's Nirvana and his cremation. These sites attract scores of
visitors every year. The most famous among these are Ramabhar Stupa and
Nirvana Temple. These sites have been excavated in past and has bore out
many relics related to Lord Buddha.
There are other temples too that have been erected by Buddhist Councils of
other member countries. The most famous among these are Japanese, Watt Thai
and Chinese Buddhist Temples. These temples are famous for their distinct
and splendid architectures. There are some interesting excursions too.
Lumbini and Kapilvastu are two of the most famous excursions around
Kushinagar. Both these places fall in Nepal. These sites are related to the
birth and childhood of Lord Buddha respectively. All these attractions make
Kushinagar a place worth visiting. Do come to Kushinagar if you want to
experience the divinity in its sublime form
| Location: |
In Eastern region of Uttar Pradesh, India
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| Climate: |
Summer 43°C to 30°C, Winter 25 °C to 3 °C |
| Best time to visit: |
October to March |
| Nearest Airport: |
Gorakhpur and Varanasi Airport |
| Nearest Railhead: |
Gorakhpur Junction |
| Must Visits: |
Nirvana Temple, Mathakaut Stupa |
| Language spoken: |
Hindi, Urdu and English |
| STD Code: |
+91-5563 and +91-5564 |
Kushinagar Tourist Attractions
Kushinagar is one of the most frequented Buddhist pilgrimage destinations in
the Indian Sub-continent. The city has lots to offer when it comes to Stupas
and Temples. Almost each and every corner of the city has some or other
famous tourist attraction. While most of these sites are old, there is a
sizable number modern architecture too.
Ramabhar Stupa
Ramabhar Stupa can be counted as one of the most sacred shrine of Buddhism
in the world. Situated just a kilometer off from the city center, Rambhar
Stupa is a must visit for every tourist flocking India. Ramvara Stupa is
said to mark the site where Lord Buddha was cremated and got Mahaparinirvana.
Kushinagar is a place that has been frequented by Lord Buddha. There are
sources, which confirm that Lord Buddha had many discourses at this place.
Nirvana Temple
Nirvana Temple is one of the most frequented amongst Buddhism shrines in the
world. Nirvana Temple is a must visit destination during tour to India. The
place evokes emotion for every Buddhist because it is the same temple near
which, Buddha died. Nirvana Temple houses a statue of reclining Lord Buddha
that is 6 meters long. It is believed that this statue represents the very
last moments of Lord Buddha i.e. moments before he attained Mahaparinirvana.
Mathakaut Temple
Mathakaut Temple is one of the most famous and most visited shrines in
Kushinagar. The Mathakaut shrine is situated at the distance of 300 meters
from Maha-Parinirvana Stupa, another famous Buddhist shrine in Kushinagar.
The place is famous for because this is the site from where a black stone
image of the Buddha in the 'Bhumi Sparsha Mudra' was recovered during early
excavations. 'Bhumi Sparsha Mudra' in Hindi means 'Kneel Down Posture'. It
is widely perceived that the last sermon of Lord Buddha was given here.
Watt Thai Temple
Watt Thai Temple is one of the most beautiful and most visited temples in
Kushinagar. Watt Thai Temple is only one of its kinds not only in Kushinagar
but also in whole of Indian Sub-continent. The temple is centrally located
in Kushinagar and that is why it can be seen from anywhere and everywhere in
Kushinagar. The Temple has been laid out on a lush green lawn that is spread
in several acres of land.
Japanese Temple
Japanese Temple is one of the most beautiful temples in Kushinagar. This is
a must visit site during your tour to Kushinagar. A magnificent 'Ashta Dhatu'
or 'Eight Metals' statue of Lord Buddha marks this temple. This statue has
been brought from Japan in dismantled form and was later joined before it
was established in this temple.
Chinese Temple
Chinese Temple is another fairly frequented tourist destination in
Kushinagar. The temple is famous for its distinct architecture that puts it
away from the numerous Buddhist Temples in Kushinagar. The architecture of
this temple is predominantly 'Han Chinese' and has design elements that have
been borrowed from various provinces of Mainland China
Excursions around Kushinagar
The excursions around Kushinagar are no less interesting than the city
itself. Two of the most famous excursions around Kushinagar are both
situated in Nepal, across the Indian Border. They are namely, Lumbini and
Kapilvastu. It should be noted that though the border between India and
Nepal is porous for the inhabitants of both the countries, foreign nationals
require separate Visas to venture in these countries. These places are under
the range of 50 kilometers from Kushinagar therefore one need not stay
overnight.
Lumbini
Lord Buddha was born in Lumbini, in southwestern Nepal, nearly twenty-five
hundred years ago. Since then, the city has always remained the focal point
of Buddhism. Today's Lumbini is a small sleepy town in the southwestern
Tarai plains of Nepal, where the ruins of the old city can still be seen.
The followers of both Hinyana and Mahayana sects of Buddhism revere Lumbini.
The restored garden and surroundings of Lumbini have the remains of many of
the ancient Stupas and monasteries. A large stone pillar that is erected by
the Mauryan emperor Ashoka in 250 BC bears an inscription about the birth of
the Buddha.
Kapilvastu
Kapilvastu is located 27 kilometers south of Lumbini close to Siddhartha
Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh. The place is close to both Lumbini as well
Shravasti. The place has now been christened Piprahwa. Kapilvastu is a prime
archeological site and that is why it is one of the most frequented tourist
destinations in Nepal. Though very little remains of what was once a
flourishing town, the place is a must visit. The place has the ruins of the
palace where Lord Buddha spent his formative years. The archeological works
that had been done in this area had to pass through various roadblocks
including financial constraint. The archeologists had dug out as many as 14
different layers of human habitation in this area. The oldest among these
dates back to 8th century before Christ. The place is a must for
archeological and historical buffs.
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