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Sarnath Stupa

The Sarnath Stupa is an ancient Buddhist monument located in Sarnath, India, marking the site where Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. It is a large, dome-shaped structure built to honor this significant event, symbolizing the Buddha’s teachings. The stupa is often decorated with intricate carvings and relics, serving as a place for meditation and pilgrimage. Its purpose is to inspire spiritual reflection and preserve the teachings of Buddhism, making it both a religious and historical monument of great cultural importance.