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TOSS Devipatan division Eastern U.P.,Tour Package

Devipatan division is an administrative geographical unit of Uttar Pradesh state of India. Devipatan division consists of districts of :  Gonda, Bahraich, Balrampur, Shravasti .                                                                                            

Gonda is headquarter of this division.

                            Gonda

The divisional headquarter Gonda was originally a Jungle.It is said that during the rules of Kalhans, Raja of Khorasa, it was the cattle station.Word Gintha afterword corrupted into Gonda. The town was founded by raja Man Singh ,who built a place here and erected fortification's in shape of a deep moats.During the regime of Raja Dutt Singh, many rajput settled at Gonda.Dutt Singh built a large Palace,Sheo Prasad Singh,grand son of Raja Dutt Singh built Sagar Talab in shape of lake,island in middle with a temple.At present main places are temple of Dukh Haran Nath, Kali Bhawani ,Hanuman Garhi and Khaira Bhawani in North of the city.Gonda was city of Talab as Radha Kund Sagar Talab,Pandey Talab example of this.

The city consist glorious history of freedom struggle of Raja Devi Bakhsh Singh was leaded from here in 1857.A ruin of his Palace in witness of glory here.Tazzia & Durga Pooja Julus are being stayed for few movement in his honour.The city related with another hero Rajendra Nath Lahiri,who was hanged by British Government here in District Jail. A Shaheed Udyan is being developed near Fan Sighar.The city had memory eminent literian Zigar Moradabadi as his shrine in the city.

Famous places

Gandhi Park: in the city here is the first lifesize statue of Mahatma Gandhi was established in 1950. It is made of white marble.

Paska (Sukar Khet):This place is situated at the river bank of Saryu about 45 km southwest from district head quarter. The site is ancient fame for "Sangam Asnan" and one month's "Paush Kalpwas" in the month of Paush. A large number of devotees take holy dips in Saryu river for Mukti of "Pashu Yoni". It is also believed that God Varaha had taken Avtar here. An old temple of Lord Varah was built here in the 9th century.

Swaminarayan Chhapaiyā: The village of Chhapaiya is situated at a distance of 50 km from the district headquarter. The chief interest of the place is Swaminarayan temple which marks the birthplace of Bhagwan Swaminarayan, or Sahajanand Swami, who was born here. The temple of Swami Narain lies in 1.5 Km. south from the Railway station,Chhapia. Saint Sahjanand was the son of an Pandey who had married the daughter of co-sharer in this village. on April 2, 1781 as Ghanshyam Pande. Ghanshyam left Chhapaiya at the age of 11 to travel to the pilgrimage sites around India. He completed his pilgrimage in Western Gujarat, where he assumed the leadership of Swaminarayan Sampradaya. At a very early age the boy then known as Sahjanand migrated to Gujrat, where he was adopted by Ramanand, the head of the great Vaishnav monastery at Junagarh.He became a noted Sanskrit scholar and gained a wide reputation for learning and piety .After his death at the age of 49 he was accorded divine honours by his devotees as an incarnation of Lord Krishna under the name of Swami Narain.His immense wealth passed to his two uncle who went from Chhapia to Gujrat and their descendants ruled the two branches of the sent.In about 1845 his disciples in Gujrat determined to erect a temple at the birth place of the saint and a number of them came to Chhapia for this purpose.After annexation the place was of the enormous sum of Rs 500 per acre and the building adjoining the temple were completed.The temple which is built of stone.It is now being converted in Marvel.A large number of Pilgrim visit this place at all time in year but specially in the month of Kartika end on Ram Navmi.

The very famous Akshardham temples in New Delhi and in Gandhinagar, Gujarat built by his spiritual successor, Pramukh Swami Maharaj, are both dedicated to him. There have been many movies about the Bhagwan Swaminarayan filmed in this temple in Chhapaiya and in nearby places in the district.

Varahi Devi: About 6 KM in east from Paska another ancient place of Varahi Devi known as Uttari Bhawani is situated in Tarabganj Tehsil.An old temple of Bhagwati's attract a large number of devotee's here,specially in both Navratra.The place is known as a part of Suker Jhet.The image of Aadi Shakti Varahi is related with shakti of Varha in Paska.

Prash: This place in north of Saryu is situated in Tehsil Tarabganj. The place is related with ancient Saint Parashar, grandson of Bashishtha & son of Sakti. It is said his mother's name was Adrishyawanti. Rishi Parashar is known as creator of famous Samrthen of the same name.A temple in his memory is situated here.

Prithvi Nathan Mahadeo: At a short distance in the south of Khargupur, an old temple of lord Shiva is situated. Legend relates it with Mahabharata. This area was then known as Pancharanya. It is believed to be the worship place of Bhima himself while the Pandavas were here during their 14 years of Vanvaas. Bhima worshipped Lord Shiva, who blessed this worship place by a natural "Shiv Linga" which emerged on its own from the earth. It is the largest natural Shiv Linga in the whole world and draws a huge crowd during the days of Shivaratri or Mahashivaratri. The present temple was reconstructed by Maharaja Man Singh of Ayodhya.A large Lingam with a well covered argha was found on the place at that time. The temple is very beautiful diffuse.Another temple of Pachran Nath is situated on few distance from the main temple.

'Dukhran nath mandir' this is one of the most important temple of "SHIV" in railway road.
'Kali Bhawani mandir'this is the temple of "Maa Kali" in railway road..

Jhali Dham

This place is known as place of devotion and situated on One KM. from Prithvi Nathan Mahadeo.This is a shrine of a famous Saint of the same name.A Temple Pokhra and shrine of the Saint are main attraction of the place.

Parvati Mahadeo

The place is related with history of Ramayna. it is situated in village Mahadeo on bank of Parvati Jheel. According to Satyopakhyan on RamKatha relatives of Raja Dasrath from Mithila were visited the place. A old temple, natural beauty of Jheel can be viewed from here. There is another Jheel Arga is on short distance in west-north of Parvatee.

Tirrey Manorama

At 21 km. in north of Gonda city this holly place is situated. Legend believed a Ashram of Muni Uddalaqu was here, the place is also the origin of river Manorama. A old pond with Pakka Ghat & the a temple is here. Mella on Kartik Purinima is been celebrated every year.

Colonelganj Sakraura

Colonelganj is city board & tahsil headquarter. The old name of place was Sakraura. It was a village of no peculiar importance till 1780 when a force was sent under the command of Majar Byuge by the Nawab Vazir to bring to terms the refractory chieftains of the Trans Ghaghra.Later on the containment were maintained here till annexation . The place was selected as the military Headquarter.During the freedom struggle of 1857, then Indian forces joined the freedom struggle and the English Officer escaped from here Ruin's of English buildings one place of interest here.

Other Important Places

Wazirganj is block headquarter and was historic place in regime of Avadh.It was headquarter of Nawab Wajir Ashifuddaula. A part of his baradari is visible now too. Nawabganj, the town was said ancient of Guru Basishtha.It was famous as Nandini Ashram.The city later on became the reliering place of Nawabs.

Rauza Peer is a place near Wazirganj on Gonda-Faizabad Road.This is related with Syed Salar Masud Gazi.An annual Urs is held with main main Urs on Dargah Bahraich.

Sri Nagar Math is a famous place on Gonda-Uttaraulla road about 25km. from district Headquarter. The originator of the Math was sant Saharban in line of Auragzeb. Many stories are being said in honour of this Saint . Razgarh is a old temple about 3 Km. north from Motiganj Station,the place is related with raja Devi Baksh Singh,hero of 1957.

It is said an old temple of Lord Varah was built here in 9th century,which was renewed from time to time.A part of boundary wall of old temple is visible now too.Idol's of temple were stolen a few year's ago. A Kacha ghat and some small temples are being used by devotee's. Paska is also related with noted litererian 'Goswami Tulsidas' and known as his Guru bhumi.A mass of Hindi litererian proclaimed that Suker Khet Gonda is birth place of Tulsidas. The original village Rajapur is 6 KM. from here.Paska is known as place of Guru Narharidas.A ruin in south of Varah mandir is denoted as Kuti of that saint,where Tulsidas heard Ram Katha, instance given in his literature.Thus Rajapur & Paska both are place of interest of litererian.

V Mall: This is a famous shopping mall of the city which is a nice place to shop and hang around.

Bahraich

Bahraich District is one of the districts of Uttar Pradesh state of India, and Bahraich town is the district headquarters.

 

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Dargah Sharif (Bahraich)

Location	Located at a distance of about 1 km from Bahraich Railway Station, 3 km from the Bahraich town in Bahraich District, U.P., India
Ideal time to visit	Thursday, Friday, Saturday & New moon day of every month are considered auspicious, specially during Urs, which is held on 11th 16th day of Rajab Month & 21st day of Shaban (both are Islamic Months), annual one month fair from first Sunday of Jyestha Month
Timings/opening	5am-12noon, 1pm-8pm, opens on all days

The chief place of interest in Bahraich is the Mausoleum of Saiyyad Salar Masaud, who was the son of Salar Sahu and the nephew of Mahmud of Ghani. It was here he met his death in 1303 AD, after the defeat at the hands of King Suheldev and his forces. It is said to have occupied the site of a former temple of the Sun God. It is also said that the dargah was built by Zohra Bibi, the blind daughter of Saiyid Jamal-ud-din of Rudauli, in Barabanki District, after she had regained her eyesight by a pilgrimage to this Mausoleum. She also built a tomb for herself here, and when she died, she was buried here. Her mother & other relatives made a pilgrimage to her grave yearly, performing a ceremony like that of marriage. The pilgrimage gradually gained importance & the tomb became a sacred place over a period of time.

In the year 1375 AD, Emperor Firoz Shah visited Bahraich, and is said to have built the compound wall and other buildings at this place. There was then a saint called Mir Mah residing here on whom the emperor bestowed favours. He also gave a jagir for maintenance of the shrine. The tomb of Mir Mah stands close by and is considered a sacred place. According to another account the tomb was built by Malik Nasir-ud-din Muhammad, the eldest son of Sultan Shams-ud-din Altamash. A large fair is held at Dargah in early May & June and is attended by thousands of people from far places. They offer a variety of offerings at this shrine. A very picturesque feature of the fair is, the flags brought by the pilgrims. It is said that if the pilgrim's desire has not been fulfilled, he takes away the flag but if the request has been granted the flag is left at the shrine. The administration of the Dargah is maintained by a Committee which also manages the annual fair & other functions held here. A hospital, Musafirkhana (Guest house) & many educational Institutions are also managed by the Dargah Sharif Committee.

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Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary

Location/Distances	Located at the distance of about 86 km by road & 105 km by rail from Bahraich city, the district headquarter of the Bahraich District, U.P., India, about 7 km from Nepal Border, Lucknow 205 km, nearest market Bichhia Bazaar is 6 km
Ideal time to visit	15 Nov.-15 June
Timings	opening Sunrise-Sunset
Attractions	Nature & Wildlife

This little known Wildlife Sanctuary is situated near Nepal border in the Tarai region of Bahraich district and is a part of Dudhawa Tiger Reserve. The Sanctuary was established on 31st May 1976 and is made up of 6 divisions. Four divisions Katarnia, Nishangara, Murthia & Dharmpur are located in the core area & rest two are in the buffer area of the Sanctuary, which is inhabited by Tharu tribes. Katarnia Ghat is connected across the border to Bardila National Park in Nepal. Girwa & Kodiala Rivers which join together and are later known as Ghaghra, traverse the sanctuary. Wildlife Protection Act 1972, and the U.P. Wildlife Protection Rules 1974, have been enforced in the district which prohibits hunting & catching of all the bird species & animals.
Animals found here- Tiger, Leopard, Swamp Deer, Chital, Kankar, Flying Squirrel, Blue Bull (Bison), Sambhar, Black Buck, Barking Deer, Wild Boar, Jackal, Bear, Deer, Rhinoceros, Elephant, Four Horned Antelope, Indian Gazelle, Peafowl. New release of tiger population (in 2011) revealed that the number of tigers in the sanctuary and surrounding areas (Indo-Nepal) is rising.
Animals in the Water- are Dolphin, Crocodiles, Ghariyals, Fishes- Rohu, Bhakur, Parhin, Nain, Tongan, Belgagra, Karaunch etc., Tortoise, Python, Beaver. Crocodile farm, at Katarniaghat was established in 1972. Earlier artificial hatching of crocodiles was being done to protect & increase the number of crocodiles but now this has been changed into natural hatchery.
Birds found near water- In India about 1300 variety of birds are found. Out of them 350 varieties can be seen in Katarniaghat Sanctuary, because of their natural habitat available here. Migratory birds (Red Crested Pochard, Ruddy Shelduck, Khachaincha), in winters have a brief stay here & they fly off to their further destinations. Other birds found here are India Cormorant, Darter, Grey Heron, Painted Stork, Wooly Necked Stork, Black Ibis, Spoonbill, Asian Openbill, Lesser Whisling Teal, Northern Pintain, Mallard, Tufted Poachard, Great-Crested Grebe, Great Egret, Peasant-tailed Jacana, Bronze-Winged Jacana, Red-Wattled Lapwing, River Lapwing, Black-Winged Stilt, Common Coot, Pied Kingfisher, White-Throated Kingfisher.
Birds found on trees- Shikra, Red-headed Vulture, Cinereous Vulture, Long Billed Vulture, White-Rumped Vulture, Egyptian Vulture, Grey-headed Fish Eagle, Crested Serpent Eagle, Indian Roller, Rufous Treepie, Rocket-tailed Drongo, Black Hooded Oriole, Green Bee-eater, Stork Billed Kingfisher.
Animals found in Grassland- Paddyfield Pipit, Black Francolin, Grey Francolin, Swamp Francolin, Eurasian Thick-knee, Bengal Florican, White Wagtail, Red Jungle Fowl.
Facilities Available- Accommodation is available in Tharu Hut & Forest Rest House with kitchen facility. Elephant ride & Boat ride are also available to the tourists.

Entry Fee	Indian (in Rs)	Foreigner’s (in Rs.)
Per Person/day	30	350
Additional day	20	175
Vehicle-Car/Jeep	150	150
Mini Bus	400	400
Heavy Vehicle	800	800
Camera Movie/Video	3500	7000

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Balrampur

Balrampur town located on the bank of the Rapti ,is an important tourist destination in the Lotus tour.It lies foothills of the Himalayas. It is the district headquarters. Balrampur district is a part of Devipatan division, and historic Awadh region.Balrampur is known for temple of Pateshwari Devi, a Shakti Pitha, and for ruins of the ancient city of Sravasti, now a pilgrimage site for Buddhists and Jains.Balrampur is also known for its Sugar mills. BBalBalrampur is also known for its sugar mills and DeviPatan Temple.A lot of hotels have been constructed in Balrampur to accommodate the growing num Suhelwa Wildlife Sanctuary

Location	Located at a distance of about 67 km from Balrampur, which is 42 km from Gonda in Sravasti & Balrampur District of U.P., India
Ideal time to visit	Winter (Oct.-Feb.)
Timings	Sunrise-Sunset
Entry Fee	Light vehicle-Rs. 100, Jeep- Rs. 250, Camera- Rs. 25, Feature Film Charges- Rs. 28000, Documentary- Rs. 17000 Per day
Attractions	Nature & Wildlife

The Sanctuary is divided into two parts, viz, East & West. West Suhelwa is 15 km from the east Suhelwa. The Sanctuary was established in 1988 & covers an area of 452.77 km2. Five ranges of the forest make up the core area & two ranges are clubbed together to make the buffer zone of the Sanctuary. Suhelwa is connected with the forest of Mahadevpuri in Nepal. It is one of the habitats of tigers in U.P., which is the main attraction of the Suhelwa Wildlife Sanctuary. According to latest census the Tiger population is estimated to be around 10.
Animals found here- Tiger, Deer, Blue Bull, and Wild Boar
Migratory Birds-Red & Blue Pochard, Siberian Crane, Common Teal

ber of tourists here. These hotels and guest houses provide you with comfortable   .Shravasti dation and dining experiencerampur situated on the bank of River Rapti, is aShravasti District is one of the districts of the Uttar Pradesh state of India and Bhinga town is district headquarter. Shravasti district is a part of Devipatan Division. According to Government of India, the district Shravasti is one of the Minority Concentrated District in India on the basis of the 2001 census data on population, socio-economic indicators and basic amenities indicators.

Location	In the north western part of Eastern Uttar Pradesh, District- Sravasti of U.P., India
Distances	Gorakhpur 196 km, Kushinagar 247 km, Kapilvastu 198 km, Lumbini (Nepal) 165 km, Varanasi 306 km, Sarnath 315 km, Lucknow 176 km, Bahraich 48 km, Ayodhya 83 km, Balrampur 16 km
Climate	Summer 43°C to 30°C, Winter 25°C to 3°C, October-November and February-March are almost always comfortable and sunny
Ideal time	October-March, Specially during Buddha Purnima Fair (April-May), Jain fair on Kartik Purnima (Oct.-Nov.)- The Birthday of Lord Sambhavnath
Attractions	Religious, Historical and Archaeological

Sravasti was one of the six great cities of India in the days of the Buddha. An important centre for trade and commerce, it was the junction of two important trade routes.

It was the capital of the kingdom of Kosala, one of the two great monarchies of the 6th century b.c. Maghadha was the another monarchy. The Kosalan rulers extended the boundaries of the kingdom in all directions at the expense of their neighbours. The Sakyas (the clan to which the Buddha belonged) in the Nepalese foothills and the kingdom of Kasi (Varanasi) were also absorbed into the Kosalan kingdom. The most powerful Kosalan king was Prasenjit. However, the imperialist tendencies of Kosala were checked by the rise of the powerful kingdom of Magadha in South Bihar.
The ancient city of Sravasti, which is now represented by a series of mounds and covers an extensive area, known as Sahet-Mahet together with ancient sites- Orajhar, Panahiajhar and Kharahuwanjhar, is located in the newly created district of Sravasti, while a portion of it falls in the district of Balrampur, U.P. It is one of the main sites of Buddhist Pilgrimage as well as Jain Pilgrimage. Sahet is located in the very heart of Sravasti while Mahet is located 1 km North-East of Sahet. The earliest references of the city are available in Ramayana & Mahabharata as a prosperous city in the Kingdom of Kosala. It was the capital of North Kosala as mentioned in Puranas. The city is also mentioned in Panini’s Ashtadhyayi and in Pali Literature. The Town was founded by Sravasta, a king of Solar dynasty. In later times, it was known as Chandrikapuri and Champakpuri. Anguttara Nikaya mentions Kosala as one of the 16 Mahajanpada’s. Sravasti was not only the capital of a powerful Kingdom but was also a home for Philosophical speculations, where a number of Schools of thoughts had already established themselves before the advent of Buddha.
In 6th Century B.C. during the reign of Prasenjit, the place became famous due to its association with Buddha and Mahavir. Age old Stupas, majestic monasteries and several Temples in Sahet-Mahet area highlight the association of Buddha with Sravasti. After attaining enlightenment Lord Buddha was constantly moving and spreading his message of humanity, Universal Brotherhood & Salvation among different segments of the society, Buddha is said to have spent 24 Rainy season (Monsoon) here, after his disciple Sudatta Anathpindika built a monastery for him at Jetvana. He delivered many Sermons here and it was here only where is he supposed to have astonished rival teachers by performing miracles. A dacoit named Angulimal was transformed to a monk by Buddha here only. The City also has the pride in being the place where Vinay Rule, Jatakas and Sutras were first discovered.
Sravasti is also believed to be the birthplace of two Jain Tirthankars- Sambhavnath and Chandra Prabha. Lord Sambhavnath is believed to have taken Diksha at Sahatuk forest (hence Sahet) in the vicinity of Sravasti and went through hard penance till he attained the light of true knowledge in the same forest.
King Ashoka is said to have visited the place and erected two pillars on the eastern gate of Jetvana and Stupa in the vicinity. The place was also mentioned by Fa-hein and Hiuen-Tsang in their travel accounts (5th century B.C. and 7th century B.C. respectively). The ruins of Sravasti were excavated by Sir Alexander Cunningham and Hoey in 1863. Cunningham’s discoveries included several small Stupas and Temples in Sahet. In 1876, he identified the Jetvana monastery (Sahet) and discovered 10 temples, 5 Stupas, Number of Clay Seals, Votive offerings and few fragments of sculpture but no inscriptions.

Shravasti, the north-eastern town of Uttar Pradesh, is located near the West Rapti River. This town is closely associated with the life of Gautama Buddha, who is believed to have spent 24 Chaturmases here. Age-old stupas, majestic viharas and several temples near the village of "Sahet-Mahet" establish Buddha's association with Shravasti. It is being said that the Vedic Bharat period king Sravast founded this town. Shravasti was the capital of the Kosala Kingdom during 6th century BC to 6th century AD. This prosperous trading center was well known for its religious associations. Sobhanath temple is believed to be the birthplace of the Tirthankara Sambhavanath in Jainism, making Shravasti an important center for Jains. According to Nagarjuna, the city had a population of 900,000 in 5th century BCE and it even overshadowed Magadha's capital, Rajgir.
As mentioned in the 'Bruhatkalpa' and various Kalpas of the fourteenth century, the name of the city was Mahid. There are subsequent mentions showing that the name of this city was Sahet-Mahet. It is also mentioned that a vast fort covered this city in which there were many temples having idols of Devkulikas.
Today a great rampart of earth and brick surrounds this city. During excavation in 'Sahet-Mahet' near Shravasti City, many ancient idols and inscriptions were found. They are now kept in museums of Mathura and Lucknow. At present, the archaeological department of the Indian Government is doing excavation to perform allied research. Attractions of Shravasti -Today the ruins of Jetavana's several monasteries are set in attractive and peaceful gardens. The Buddha delivered far more discourses right here than in every other place so should you wish to study some although that you are you've plenty to choose from. Recommended ones would be the Kakacupama Sutta, the Vimamsaka Sutta and or the Angulimala Sutta, all of them in the Center Length Discourses. You can find plenty of Buddhist temples near the ruins that offer accommodation. Possibly the best will be the Sri Lankan temple correct subsequent towards the principal gate. Do not skip the paintings within the principal shrine.
Excavations at Sravasti have also revealed two pillars raised here by Emperor Ashoka, the great Indian King who was largely responsible for spreading the word of Buddhism. The pillars, which lie at the eastern gate of Jetavana, mark Ashoka's pilgrimage to the city.
Essentially a temple town, Sravasti will take one back in time, bring somewhat closer to the soul of a civilization which has been there, for five thousand years, or more.

Sravasti has two villages, Sahet and Mahet. From the Balrampur-Sravasti road one can enter Sahet, which is spread over an area of 400 acres and has a number of ruins. A little north of Sahet, towards the Rapti River, is the ancient fortified city of Mahet. The entrance to the mud fortification of Mahet is constructed in a beautiful crescent shape. Though an ancient structure, its five gates and walls are still visible. Pakki Kuti, Kuchhi Kuti and many other stupas tell the story of the great monasteries that once stood here.

Remnants of Jetavana, a splendid monastery with inscriptions dating back to the 12th century, is thought to be one of the favourite sites of the Buddha. Emperor Ashoka is also said to have visited this site. There is a sacred pipal tree here, which is a sapling from the original Maha Bodhi tree under which the Buddha had attained nirvana. Today, Jetavana has two monasteries, six temples and five stupas. One temple was built by the monk Ananthapindika and called Gandhakuti. This is the most sacred temple in Jetavana since the Buddha is believed to have lived at this spot.

Sravasti was also under the influence of Lord Mahavira the last Jain Tirthankar, and the splendid Shwetambara temple here attracts thousands of Jain pilgrims. The Sobhnath Temple is believed to the birthplace of the Jain Tirthankar Sambhavnath.
Places Around Sravasti

The Devi Patan Temple is located some 28 km from Sravasti. It is one of the most important Shaktipeeths in the region, revered by Hindus in India and Nepal.

Sravasti Trip

It has the distinction of being a place where the Buddha preached most of his sermons. Here he is said to have performed many miracles, and levitated. During the monsoon, he used to stay at the Jetavana monastery on the outskirts of this town. The monastery was donated to him by Sudatta, the richest merchant at the time. Ashoka visited the place in the 3^rd century a.d. and issued an inscription to commemorate the event.

The extensive ruins of this great city now cover the villages of Saheth and Maheth. The architectural ruins of the stupas, or Buddhist temples and the Jetavana monastery are found at Sahet. The earliest of these dates back to the 3rd century b.c. Mahet is on the right bank of the Achiravati River. The village contains the remains of two stupas, some temples, the city gate and ramparts.

Shravasti Tourism
Maha Mangole Temple
Maha Veera Temple
Maheth
Saheth
Shakti Peeth
Close View Of Jetvan
Jetvan
Pakki Kuti At Maheth
Shanti Bell
Gandha Kuti At Maheth

Attractions :PLACES TO SEE

Maheth: 400 acres of land is covered by Maheth. This place contains the relics of an ancient city. By means of archaeological excavations one came to discover the huge city gates, the ramparts and the remnants of the other several architectures, which speaks of the former splendor and affluence of Sravasti. 

One can find the temple of Sobhanath here as well as the Buddhist shrines named Pakki Kuti and Kacchi Kuti. However, those shrines got transformed to Brahmanical temples. 

Sobhanath Temple: This location is considered to be the location, where Jain Tirthankar Sambhavnath was born. This place is respected and adored by the Jain pilgrims.

Saheth: 32 acres of land is covered by Saheth. The distance between this place and Maheth is a quarter of a mile. This was the location for the monastery called Jetavana monastery. It came to be a significant location for pilgrims, which contained several places for worship, stupas and monasteries. The existence of these stupas can be traced back to the time period of the Kushanas. The temples have been constructed in the Gupta Style of architecture. 

The Ananda Bodhi tree : This tree, under which Lord Buddha Meditated for a night, is said to bless the devotees who meditate under it as it was specialized by Lord Buddha himself.

Jetavana : The Jetavana is said to once host Lord Buddha and his pilgrims, where One of his followers, a rich merchant, covered the whole ground of the park (vana) with gold coins. Lord Buddha used tehse coins to build a Vihara here. While there are stories that Jet Vana once housed a giant seven-storied-building, some others believe that the first statue of Lord Buddha was built here. Whatever the story, in reality, the place is a cool and peaceful alternative to forget any other care of life and this, makes one believe the facts that are running as folklore among the local community. There are, however, some sculptures built by The Ashoka which are nonetheless less attractive than other monuments built by him.

The ancient temple built by an old Chinese monk is also part of tourist attraction, due to the story attached to it.

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