Resting Place of the Buddha

  • Parinirvana Stupa
  • Mathakuar Shrine
  • Ramabhar Stupa
  • Japanese Temple
  • How to Get There

Kushinagar

Resting Place of the Buddha

The serene landscape of Kushinagar is blessed with a tranquil atmosphere which is quite charming. Kushinagar happens to be quite important for followers of the Buddhist religion.

Kushinagar is one of the four major sites of pilgrimage in Buddhism as it is believed to be the place where Gautama Buddha died. In keeping with the peaceful principles of Buddhism, Kushinagar is filled with serene temples that exude an aura of tranquility. Some of these temples may be quite modern but they are still beautiful. It is easy to get lost in contemplation and mediation in the quiet beauty of the place

Parinirvana Stupa

The serene and beautiful Parinirvana Stupa marks the spot where Lord Buddha passed away. It is set amidst peaceful lawns and scenic ancient ruins. A temple was constructed over the site when the ruins were discovered. Inside the stupa you will find the most touching of Buddhist icons, a statue of Gautama Buddha lying on is death bead. The statue dates back from the 5th century and has been crafted fantastically.

Mathakuar Shrine

The small Mathakuar Shrine marks the spot where Lord Buddha delivered his final sermon. The temple houses a tranquil statue of the Buddha crafted from blue stone. It is believed that the statue was built sometime in the 10th century

Ramabhar Stupa

From a distance the stupa may seem to be a ruined structure of red bricks. However, the place exudes an aura that is hard to miss. The fascinating dome is inherently peaceful and this tranquility is spread over the atmosphere of the place. It was in this place that the body of the Buddha was cremated.

Japanese Temple

The Japanese Temple is a captivating sight with its simplicity. It was constructed by the Atago Isshin World Buddhist Cultural Association which is based in Japan and the funding was provided by the Japanese monarchy. The statue of the Buddha inside is a remarkable sight as it was created with eight metals.

How to Get There

By Air :

The nearest airport is Gorakhpur that is 45 kilometers from Kushinagar.

By Rail :

The nearest railway station is Gorakhpur, it is well connected with all major cities of India.

By Road :

Kushinagar is placed on the National Highways 28 and therefore is well connected with other parts of the State.