Sarnath
9.2 km away from Hotel Artika Inn
Where the Buddha gave his first sermon; home to the Dhamek Stupa and an excellent museum.
Sarnath is where the Buddha gave his first sermon after enlightenment. Visit the Dhamek Stupa, the excavated monastery ruins, temples built by Buddhist countries, and the archaeological museum that holds the Lion Capital of Ashoka. Allow half a day.