Temples and Religious Sites
Varanasi and nearby Sarnath serve as a major spiritual crossroads for Hinduism, Buddhism, and Islam. This collection features the 5th-century Dhamekh Stupa, marking where Buddha gave his first sermon, alongside the 18th-century Durga Temple known for its Nagara architecture. The list also includes the Gyanvapi and Alamagir mosques, reflecting the city’s Mughal history, and a diverse array of international Buddhist monasteries in Sarnath, such as the Thai and Tibetan temples, showcasing unique global architectural styles.
A Dhamekh Stupa
Dhamek Stupa is a massive stupa located at the archaeological site of Sarnath in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India.
B Durga Temple
An 18th-century Hindu temple built in the Nagara architectural style. It is characterized by its multi-tiered spire, red-stained walls, and its location adjacent to the Durga Kund tank.
C Gyanvapi Mosque
A 17th-century mosque commissioned by Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. It is located next to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and features three prominent white domes and two minarets.
D Alamagir Mosque
Also known as Beni Madhav ka Darera, this 17th-century mosque overlooks Panchganga Ghat. It was built by Emperor Aurangzeb and displays a blend of Mughal and Hindu architectural influences.
E Tulsi Manas Temple
A white marble temple dedicated to Lord Rama, built in 1964. The interior walls are intricately engraved with verses and scenes from the Hindu epic, Ramcharitmanas.
F Nepali Temple
A 19th-century wooden temple dedicated to Lord Shiva at Lalita Ghat. Built by the King of Nepal, it features intricate wood carvings modeled after the Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu.
Tulsi Manas Temple
Modern marble temple standing on the site where the poet Tulsidas is said to have composed the Ramcharitmanas. The walls serve as a stone manuscript of the entire epic.
Korean Temple
A Buddhist temple in Sarnath established by the Korean community, featuring traditional Korean architectural elements and a quiet meditation hall for practitioners.
Japani Temple & Monastery
A Buddhist temple in Sarnath known for its traditional Japanese-style architecture, manicured gardens, and a statue of Buddha in a reclining posture.
Tibetan Temple & Monastery
A Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Sarnath featuring a colorful prayer hall decorated with traditional thangka paintings and a large statue of Shakyamuni Buddha.
Thai Temple & Monastery
A Buddhist monastery in Sarnath built in the Thai architectural style. It is notable for its distinct sloping roof, golden tiles, and an 80-foot tall standing Buddha statue.
Vajra Vidya Monastery
A Tibetan Buddhist monastery of the Karma Kagyu lineage. It contains a large shrine hall with elaborate murals and serves as a center for Buddhist studies.
Vishwa Shanti Stupa
A white-domed Peace Pagoda in Sarnath built to promote non-violence. It features four golden Buddha statues representing birth, enlightenment, first sermon, and death.
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