AIA Fieldwork Photo Contest 2024

Entry 77557

Submitted by Pavan Prasad

Saranath, Varanasi, India.

Shot was taken at Dhamek Stupa, Saranath, Varanasi, India,, Karnataka, India

Category: Archaeological Landscapes

Dhamek Stupa is a massive stupa located at the archaeological site of Sarnath in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. Dhamek Stupa marks the location where the Buddha preached his first discourse to his first five disciples, and where all five eventually became fully liberated.

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