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Ancient Sarangnath or Sarnath
also known as Mrigadava (deer park), is only 8 kms. away from
Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh. He set the great
'Wheel of Law' (Dharmachakra) in motion here, more than 2,500 years ago by
revealing to the world his Eight fold path - the path to end sorrow,
achieve inner peace, enlightenment and ultimate Nirvana. The region once
housed 3,000 monks.
Remains of the Dharmarajika Stupa set up by Asoka; his
Sarnath pillar edict and ruins of temples and
monasteries and the spot where the Emperor meditated in seclusion; takes
one back to the heydays of the Mauryan empire. The remains of an ancient
monastery can still be seen here.
Sarnath can be accessed via Varanasi since it is only 8 kms. away.
Varanasi is well connected by Air, Rail and Road. And, accommodation is
available to suit all pockets.