Chaukhandi Stupa, Buddhist stupa in India
Chaukhandi Stupa is a towering monument of religious significance.
The site commemorates the spot where Buddha met his first disciples.
It marks the beginning of the Buddhist pilgrimage circuit.
Visitors can explore the site located in Varanasi district.
The stupa witnessed the transition of Buddhism from the Hinayana to the Mahayana.
Location: Varanasi district
Source: Wikimedia
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