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Sarnath is a significant Buddhist pilgrimage site located near Varanasi in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. It is one of the four main Buddhist pilgrimage destinations, known as the Four Holy Sites. The other three are Lumbini (the birthplace of Buddha), Bodh Gaya (the site of Buddha's enlightenment), and Kushinagar (the place of Buddha's death). varanasi tour packages

Sarnath holds importance because it is the place where Gautama Buddha is said to have delivered his first sermon, known as the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta, after attaining enlightenment in Bodh Gaya. This event is referred to as the "Turning of the Wheel of Dharma."varanasi tour packages

The site houses several Buddhist monuments, including the Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, Mulagandha Kuti Vihar, and the Ashoka Pillar. These structures and ruins attract pilgrims and tourists from around the world who are interested in Buddhism and its historical significance. varanasi tour packages