हिंदी में पढ़ने के लिए यहां क्लिक करें ।
Vaishali
is a small town of Bihar that consists
of a lot of historical and mythological spots that one can visit. Vaishali is a
great place of enormous tourist interests. here are a 12 Top tourist spots one can visit at Vaishali.
1. Ashokan Pillar
Emperor Ashoka built The Lion Pillar at
Kolhua. It is made of a highly polished single piece of red sandstone,
surmounted by a bell shaped capital, 18.3 m high. the Ashokan
Pillar at Vaishali is a prominent structure of historical,
religious and mythological importance. Identified by Alexander Cunningham, the pillar
holds great significance for Buddhists. Also being a historical monument, the
Ashokan pillar attracts a lot of tourists, mostly those who show interest in
archaeology.
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| Ashokan Pillar at Vaishali |
Generally, the pillars bear inscriptions by King Ashoka, but the
one in Vaishali does not contain any such inscriptions. It is possibly the most
popular tourist spot of Vaishali, and a lot of visitors flock about this
sculpture.
2. Ananda Stupa
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| Ananda stupa at koluha, vaishali |
Ānanda was the first cousin of the Buddha by their fathers, and
was devoted to him. In the twentieth year of the Buddha's ministry, he became
the Buddha's personal attendant, accompanying him on most of his wanderings and
taking the part of interlocutor in many
of the recorded dialogues. its situated along with Ashokan Pillar At kolhua.
3. vishwa
shanti stupa ( world peace pagoda)
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| world peace pagoda |
the Vishwa Shanti Stupa was built in Vaishali as a
symbol of peace . its 125 feet tall. There
are artifacts across the structures, which pay tribute to Lord Buddha. It was
erected by Nipponzan Myhoji.
4. Abishek Pushakarani
Abhishek pushakarani
Abishek Pushakarani is filled with water that is known to
be sacred. It is believed that this water was used for the coronation of the
previous kings of Vaishali. Its situated beside the vishwa shanti stupa
( world
peace pagoda).
5. Raja Vishal ka Garh
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Raja Vishal ka Garh |
Known as the ancient house of King Vishal’s parliament. Over seven thousand representatives of the federal assembly gathered here to legislate and discuss the problems of the day.
King
Vishal is said to be of the lineage of Suryavanshi kings, of that of King Ram.
King Vishal is known as a democratic king who brought about a lot of changes in
the administration of his kingdom. The Garh is quite an attraction for tourists
and history enthusiasts.
6. Bawan Pokhar Temple
Various Hindu gods and goddesses are present in this temple, and
all are worshipped as a whole. Not only Hindus, but people from other religions
also visit this temple due to its mythological importance.
7. Kundalpur, Basokund Kundagram (shri Mahavir's birth place)
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| shri mahavir's birth place |
A pilgrimage for Jains, Kundalpur is a historic location close to Vaishali.
It is believed that the Jain Tirthankar,
Lord Mahavir was born over 2550 years ago. who apparently spent about 22 years
in Vaishali. This place holds great significance for the Jain devotees, who
visit to pay their respects and worship the pilgrimage spot dedicated to Lord
Mahavir.
8. Ramchaura Mandir
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| ramchaura mandir |
This temple is situated in Hajipur, a city close to Vaishali. Ramchaura
Mandir is dedicated to Lord Ram and it is said that the temple
has been there since the time of Ramayana.
9.
Archaeological Museum
of Vaishali
Vaishali
Museum which has an excellent collection
of terracotta monkey heads. This further endorses the impact of the monkeys in
the history of Vaishali.
10. Chaumukhi Mahadev Four-Face Shivling
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| four face of lord shiva |
Chaumukhi
Mahadev Temple at Vaishali in Bihar is a very ancient temple with a huge
Shivling which has four face carved on it. It’s the temple of Hindu God Shiva. Legend has it that temple
existed during the Ramayana period. Bhagavan Sri Ram, Lakshman and Sage
Vishwamitra visited the temple while on their way to kingdom of Janaka.
It was found to be of Chandragupta-II "Vikramaditya"
period.
11. Buddha's
Relic Stupa
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| Buddha's stupa |
According to Buddhist literature, after the salvation of Lord
Buddha, the Lichchavis got 1/8th parts of his ashes over which a large monument
was built. In 1985, this monument was excavated by Dr. A.S.Altekar and inside,
a stone casket was found containing some ashes and "Manka". That
casket is now with the Patna Museum. The Archeological Survey of India has
developed a beautiful garden around this monument.
12.
Quzi Miran Suttari ( Mirajee ka Dargah )
Its diameter runs about 142 feet and the height is 23 feet from
the normal surface. Over this monument is a "Mazar" of famous Sufi
Saint Shekh Miran Quazim Suttari and it was constructed by the people. It is
called "Mirajee ka Dargah". Near this mazar, a Hindu Samadhi also
exists.. At this place an annual fair is held on the occasion of "Chaita
Ram Naomi" and this fair is called "Bavan Fair". It is a
matchless occasion of Hindu and Muslim unity and worshipping
together.
How
to Reach Vaishali
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- Airport : The nearest airport is in Patna is Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, (65 km To vaishali).
- Railway: Hajipur on the north eastern railway
station (35 Kms) from Muzaffarpur Railway station (40 Kms )
* Vaishali Railway station is an under-construction.
- Road: Vaishali is well connected by road to Patna (56 Kms), Muzaffarpur (30 Kms) and Hajiipur (35 Kms)
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