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The Buddhist Circuit Tourist train on the Bharat Gaurav Railways idea has started its spiritual trip in order to make it easier for individuals to begin their path to enlightenment. The Buddha instructs his followers in the Mahaparinirvana sutra that they can make merit and experience a noble rebirth by making a pilgrimage to the places where he was born in Lumbini, received enlightenment in Bodhgaya, began to teach in Sarnath, and obtained Nirvana in Kushinagar.
The Buddhist tourist train takes people to these destinations and helps them experience first-hand the self-disciplined and legendary life of Lord Buddha. India, where Buddhism originated, has rich memories of the Buddhist legacy. As part of its drive towards austerity, the only kind of art and architecture that it supported were Stupas (stone-cased moulds that commemorated relics of Buddha), Chaityas (prayer halls), and Viharas (cells for the monks). Buddhist Train India will help you visit all these places up close for a truly religious experience.
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The seven nights and eight days tour started on March 11 from Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station. This is the first departure of the tourist train post-COVID-19 pandemic. The tour will conclude on March 18 at Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station.
During the journey, the rail tour will cover nine places across India and Nepal, significantly impacting Buddha`s life and teachings. The Buddhist tourist train takes tourists to these places and helps them to experience the self-disciplined and legendary life of Lord Buddha.
The train has two types of classes – AC 1st Class and AC 2nd Class. A total of 96 guests can accommodate the First AC while 60 guests are allowed in the Second AC class, reported Financial Express.
The train starts from Delhi on Day one and traverses to Bodhgaya on Day two, which is the place where Buddhism began. All pilgrims and Buddhist followers are fond of this place and its legend. They usually visit here on the Bodhgaya tour, also known as the Buddha Gaya tour.
Lord Buddha was wandering near the banks of the Falgu river seeking answers, when he sat under the Bodhi Tree. Three days and three nights of meditation helped him attain enlightenment and gather insight into humanity and being in general. On Day three, it will take people to Nalanda, which is situated 72 km off Patna and is part of the Buddhist Circuit, which also includes Rajgir and Bodhgaya.
It is famous for Surya Mandir and Hieun Tsang Memorial Hall, both popular destinations in Nalanda Buddhist tourism. Surya Mandir has a 5 feet tall statue of Goddess Parvati which is the main attraction among devotees. The temple comes alive during Chatt Puja, which is held here twice a year.
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