Sarnath Dhamek Stupa
Dhamek, Varanasi, India
The Dhamek Stupa is one of the most significant Buddhist monuments located in Sarnath, where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Built in 500 CE, the stupa stands about 43 meters high and is made of stone and brick, featuring intricate carvings of floral patterns and geometric designs. It marks the spot of the Buddha’s teaching of the Dharma, making it an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists around the world.
The Dhamek Stupa is one of the most significant Buddhist monuments located in Sarnath, where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Built in 500 CE, the stupa stands about 43 meters high and is made of stone and brick, featuring intricate carvings of floral patterns and geometric designs. It marks the spot of the Buddha’s teaching of the Dharma, making it an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists around the world.