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Day 2: Ganges River Sarnath Varanasi
Travel Date: April 7, 2018 Varanasi Varanasi also known as Benares or Kashi, is one of the oldest cities in India and among the world’s most ancient continuously inhabited cities. Located on the western bank of the Ganges River in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi is revered as the spiritual capital of India. It holds immense religious significance for Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains. 瓦拉纳西 瓦拉纳西也被称为贝拿勒斯或喀什，是印度最古老的城市之一，也是世界上最古老的连续有人居住的城市之一。瓦拉纳西位于印度北方邦恒河西岸，被尊为印度的精神之都。它对印度教徒、佛教徒和耆那教徒具有巨大的宗教意义。 Deer Park (Sarnath) The site of the Buddha’s first sermon, where he taught the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path to the five ascetics, marking the founding of Buddhism. 鹿野苑 (Sarnath) 佛陀首次布道的地点，他在此向五位苦行僧宣讲四圣谛和八正道，标志着佛教的创立。
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Day 3: Varanasi- Bodh Gaya
Travel Date：April 8，2018 Varanasi Varanasi, also known as Benares or Kashi, is one of the oldest cities in India and among the world’s most ancient continuously inhabited cities. Located on the western bank of the Ganges River in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi is revered as the spiritual capital of India. It holds immense religious significance for Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains. The city’s history dates back to around 2000 BCE or earlier, with numerous mentions in ancient Indian scriptures and legends. Sarnath, located near Varanasi, is the site where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon, making it a pivotal location in Buddhism, here has featuring a famous stupa…
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Day 4：Sujada Village-Pragbodhi Cave-Saptaparni Cave
Travel Date：April 9, 2018 Pragbodhi Cave also known as the Snow Mountain Dragon Cave, is located in the Dungeshwari Hills, approximately 12 kilometers from Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India. This cave, formed naturally from rocks, is a tranquil and spiritual site. Nearby stands the Dungeshwari temple complex, built to commemorate this sacred place. The temple enshrines a statue of the Buddha during his ascetic phase, vividly depicting his arduous journey of spiritual practice. Pragbodhi Cave is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists, attracting many visitors who pay their respects and follow in the spiritual footsteps of the Buddha. This location highlights the trials Siddhartha Gautama endured in his pursuit of enlightenment.…
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Day 5: Vulture Peak (Ling Shan) – Nalanda – Xuan Zang Memoria
Travel Date: April 10, 2018 Vulture Peak (Ling Shan) Vulture Peak, also known as Gṛdhrakūṭa, is located near Rajgir in Uttar Pradesh, India, and is one of the most significant Buddhist sacred sites. Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, delivered many teachings here, including the Lotus Sutra. Vulture Peak is renowned for its association with the Buddha’s sermons, symbolizing the wisdom and compassion of Buddhist teachings. The mountain offers serene beauty and a tranquil atmosphere, making it a vital site for Buddhist worship and meditation. It is also the origin of the “Vulture Peak Assembly” mentioned in Buddhist traditions, attracting countless pilgrims for reflection and reverence. Nalanda Nalanda, located in present-day Bihar,…
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Day 6: Vaishali – Kesariya
Travel Date: April 11, 2018 Vaishali Vaishali, located in present-day Bihar, India, is a significant sacred site in Buddhist history. It was an important place during the later years of Shakyamuni Buddha’s life, where he announced his impending parinirvana and engaged in several teachings and discussions on Dharma. Vaishali is also recognized as the site of the First Buddhist Council, marking the beginning of the systematic compilation of Buddhist scriptures. Additionally, it is one of the eight major Buddhist pilgrimage sites and is famous for the Ashokan pillar erected there, with its lion capital symbolizing the dissemination and stability of the Dharma. Kesariya Stupa Kesariya Stupa, located in Bihar, India,…
