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Ancient ruins & archaeological sites
Dhamek Stupa Sarnath, (Varanasi)
Varanasi, India
The Dhamek Stupa in Sarnath, built in 500 CE, replaces an earlier stupa from Ashoka's time. Standing 43.6 meters high, it is adorned with exquisite stone carvings featuring floral patterns. Positioned at the heart of the site where Buddha delivered his first sermon, this monument draws scholars and pilgrims alike.
Good to know
- Best time
- Early morning
- Dress code
- Cover shoulders and knees
- Getting there
- Best as a day trip
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