Buddhism is a religion that teaches about the righteous way of living and promotes principles of a non-suffering life. Buddhism is believed to be one of the most relevant religions in terms of the way of living life and overcoming unnecessary suffering. Moreover, Buddhism is considered as a rightful practice more than just a religion. With an estimated number of…
Buddhism has its root embedded in India and nearby places. Being the birthplace of Buddhism India is a hub for Buddhist pilgrimage. Every year devotees and pilgrims visit these landmarks related to Buddhist culture and heritage. Places such as Bodhgaya, Lumbini, Sarnath and kushinagar are some of the major pilgrimage sites which are frequented by devout Buddhists and tourists alike.…
Buddhism is revered for being one of the most rational and scientific religion in the world. With lord Buddha in its center as a symbol of peace, wisdom and introspection, Buddhism has attracted many followers from all over the world and still continues to do so. Bodhgaya is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for devotees of Buddhism as…
The Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train is a beautiful journey to the most celebrated Buddhist pilgrimage destinations where Lord Buddha spent a significant amount of his lifetime. The tour takes you on a journey of 8 Days/ 7 nights to destinations like Bodhgaya, Rajgir, Nalanda, Sarnath, Lumbini, Kushinagar, Sravasti, Agra. The journey begins with a Bodhgaya pilgrimage tour which includes visiting…
India holds a rich heritage from ancient era, one of the prominent reasons why Britishers invaded and ruled India. The cultural and traditional diversity is what makes India an exceptional country from rest of the World. Buddhism came into light during mid- 6th and mid- 4th BCE. Gautam Buddha was enlightened during the same period in Bodhgaya under the tree…
Buddhism is an ancient tradition that came into light when Gautam Buddha attained supremacy in spiritual and life teachings in mid-6th and mid-4th centuries BCE. Gautam Buddha travelled to the beautiful place presently called as Bodhgaya temple situated near banks of the sandy Niranjana river, for finding answers to the human sufferings. The Buddhist pilgrimage in India gives an in-depth…
Buddhism is the most popular religion based on the concept of life without suffering. With more than 400 million followers, Buddhism is fourth largest religion in the world. The religion is based upon the teachings of Lord Buddha. Born in Lumbini, presently in Nepal, Lord Buddha sat under Bodhi tree and continuously meditated for 49 days seeking answers to the…
Buddhism originated in India and has more than 400 million followers around the world. Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation runs a special train with a sole objective to promote Buddhism all over the world. The Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train covers all prominent destinations related to Buddhism. The itinerary is planned in such a way that it provides on-board guests…
Chaturmas is a period of four months which is kept by people seeking redemption and repentance. In Sravasti budda kept 24 Chaturmas equivalent to 8 years. The city was one of the 6 largest cities in particularly because of followers of Buddhism. On the Buddhist Sector Tour tourists will get to see age old stupas, majestic viharas and many temples…
Siddhartha who later became Buddha was born a prince in a rich and lavish kingdom. He was called prince Siddhartha at the time he decided to abandon the comforts of the palace to seek enlightenment. He set forth to attain an understanding of the world which put his mind to rest and embrace the truth. This personal quest in the…