Foundation of Buddhism
10:00 AM – 02:00 PM
Sarnath is 10 km from the city and has immense significance in the history of Buddhism.
There are multiple attractions that are worth paying a visit to – Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhndi Stupa, Japanese Temple, Chinese Temple, Deer Park, and more. Sarnath is said to the place where Gautam Buddha taught about Dharma and set the Dharmachakra in motion.
Also read: Varanasi Itineraries
There are drive-thrus, take-away joints, and restaurants for you to have your meal.
You can plan your trip post lunch. The timings are from 06:00 AM to 07:00 PM.
Time duration: 3 – 4 hours
Mode of Transport: Book a cab for a round trip.