The life of a Buddhist Monk mainly revolves around ethics, morals, self-discipline, spirituality, etc. Providing the ultimate peaceful retreats, the monastic lifestyle is the perfect one to embark on a path of peace. The consistent practice of meditation, and compassion, along with a sense of spiritual longing paves the way for a blissful Monastic life. The Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train…
Riding through the heartland of Buddhism aboard IRCTC’s Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train is not just about physically moving from point A to point B, it’s a spiritual journey where travellers can immerse themselves in Buddhist morals. While retracing Shakyamuni’s path, you encounter invaluable life lessons based on the philosophy of the ancient religion alongside the historic monuments. These are four…
Lord Buddha or the enlightened one, was a spiritual leader who dedicated his life to spreading the message of peace, compassion, and enlightenment. Born as Siddhartha Gautama in the 6th century BCE in Lumbini, Nepal, he renounced his princely life and embarked on a spiritual journey that eventually led to his enlightenment in Bodh Gaya, India. Today, millions of people…
If you are a devotee of Lord Buddha, then you must be intrigued by the places he visited in his lifetime. The idea of embarking on a pilgrimage is deeply rooted in various cultures, especially in India. The aura and energy that can be experienced at these pilgrim sites and places of worship just cannot be found elsewhere. India is…
Looking for a spiritually enriching vacation? The Buddha-Circuit with its pious Buddhist centres and holy monasteries is perfect for reviving the mind, body and soul. [caption id="attachment_251" align="alignnone" width="300"] It is famous for Surya Mandir and Hieun Tsang Memorial Hall both popular destinations in Nalanda Buddhist tourism.[/caption] Spread far and wide, covering these destinations in one journey can be quite…
Discover the path of enlightenment in the abode of Lord Buddha by embarking on the Best-Buddhist-Tour-in-Gaya. Also known as the ‘Cradle of Buddhism’, the quaint town of Bodhgaya in Bihar is where it all began. This sacred land of the Buddha, nirvana and the Mahabodhi tree is a famous Buddhist pilgrimage spot as well as UNESCO World Heritage Site bustling…
The Mahabodhi Temple or the Buddha Temple in Bodhgaya as it is colloquially known is one of the earliest Buddhist temples of India dating back to the late Gupta period. Sprawling over 5 hectares, this awe-inspiring temple is about 24 m in height, making it a spectacular sight. Standing tall and proud in the middle of the town with its…
Bridging the distance between all Buddhist attractions in India and Nepal, The Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train takes pilgrims to the abode of Lord Buddha. It offers a charming train journey to all the significant Buddhist temple stupa, monasteries, caves of Buddha, Buddhist structures and viharas not only in India but also Nepal. The Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train by IRCTC strikes the…