Chaukhandi Stupa

Prateek Kumar Pallai 11 months ago

It is a very good spot to sit and talk or rest a little under the trees. The environment is very calm and clean. The entry fees were Rs.20 when I visited keeping in mind to book the ticket online else it is Rs. 25 for offline ticket
The only point is that there is no drinking water facility which is kind of basic amenity. This must be provided. And it would be much better if there were more benches around the park.

Mou Priya 16 months ago

This Stupa is located in Sarnath in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Almost 10kms northeast from Varanasi. A very peaceful place. So quiet and calm. Very clean place as well with greens.
Ticket price is 20₹ but the process of getting a ticket is via scanner which sometimes doesn't work well and hence many visitors face issues like us. Then the security guard helped us to go inside by getting a ticket through his mobile but nobody was there to check inside the premises. Overall it's good for tourists who are visiting Sarnath.

Bhagyashree Satav 11 months ago

Chukandi Stupa is a Buddhist Stupa located in Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh, India. The stupa is an important Buddhist pilgrimage site as it is believed to be the spot where Lord Buddha met his first five disciples and preached his first sermon after attaining enlightenment.

Chukandi Stupa is a brick structure and is said to have been built during the Kushan period (1st-3rd century CE). The stupa was originally a terraced structure with a central solid core, but it was later renovated and expanded by the Gupta and Mughal rulers.

The stupa measures around 22 meters in height and has a diameter of around 47 meters. The stupa has a circular base and is topped with a small dome. The stupa has four entrances, each of which is adorned with intricately carved arches and ornate sculptures.

The Chukandi Stupa is surrounded by a large complex that includes several other Buddhist temples, monasteries, and ashrams. The complex is a hub of Buddhist activity and attracts thousands of tourists and pilgrims each year.

Visitors to the Chukandi Stupa can explore the surrounding complex and take part in meditation and religious ceremonies. The stupa offers stunning views of the surrounding area and is a must-visit site for anyone interested in the history and culture of Buddhism.