Varanasi, India
Dhamek Stupa
Dhamek Stupa is a massive stupa located in Deer Park at Sarnath in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. One of the eight most important pilgrimage sites for Buddhists, the Dhamek Stupa marks the location where the Buddha gave his first teaching to his first five disciples Kaundinya, Assaji, Bhaddiya, Vappa and Mahanama. All five disciples eventually became fully liberated.
- City
- Varanasi
- Country
- India
- Category
- Religious
- Suggested visit
- About 45 minutes
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