Dhammekh Stupa

Dhammek Stupa 🙏🙏🙏It is an ancient Buddhist stupa located in Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh. King Ashoka ordered it to be built at the spot where it is believed that Lord Buddha preached the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta to the five ascetics at Isipatana Mrgadaya, now known as Sarnath. It is the birthplace of the first monk. 🙏🙏🙏Dhammek Stupa is a large stupa with a height of 31.3 meters and a diameter of 28.3 meters. The lower part is made of stone and goes up another level. Each niche houses different Buddha images. There are 8 large niches around the stupa, which represent the Eightfold Path. 📍 Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh, India #WinterTravel