Ramabhār Stūpa
Situated in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, India, the Ramabhār Stūpa marks the hallowed ground where Lord Buddha is believed to have passed away and been cremated. Erected by the Malla kings residing in the region, this stūpa stands as a sacred repository for the relics of Lord Buddha, reaching a height of 14.9 meters.
Kesariyā Stūpa
Nestled in the eastern Champaran district of Bihar, India, the Kesariyā Stūpa, dating back to the 3rd century AD, spans an impressive 400 feet in diameter and towers to a height of approximately 104 feet. Attributed to the era of King Ashoka, its origins may even trace back to the time of Buddha, aligning with a description of a stūpa constructed by the Licchavis of Vaishāli to enshrine Lord Buddha’s alms bowl relic.
Pāvā
Situated 15 km east of Kushinagar in Uttar Pradesh, India, Pāvā holds historical significance as an ancient city during the time of Gautama Buddha. On His final journey, Lord Buddha visited this city of Malla kings, finding respite in the mango forest of Cundaka. Cunda, a resident of Pāvā, extended the last meal to Lord Buddha, an event commemorated in the Cunda Sutta.
Sāriputta and Moggallāna Stūpa
Located in Bhopal, central India, this stūpa is part of the Sānchi temple complex. Erected in the fortnight following the demise of Sāriputta Maharahant and Moggallāna Maharahant, the chief disciples of Gautama Buddha, it enshrines the relics of these esteemed disciples.
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