Gujarat buddhist tour

Gujarat buddhist tour

Tour Details

🌞 5 Days / 🌜 4 Nights

📍 Ahmedabad- Vadnagar - Junagadh – Ahmedabad - Taranga Hill- Ahmedabad.

Tour Package Price:

Starting from - INR 12,500 (Per Person)

Meals

Packages are with CPAI Meal plan (breakfast)

Transportation

Private cab With Ac And a All rounder Driver also accompany you as a Guide

Benefits

Knowledgeable and supportive staff , Best Discounted Prices, Happy and Memorable Journey

Tour Details

Gujarat Buddhist Tour: A Spiritual Trip Through Gujarat’s Buddhist Legacy

Gujarat is one of the entities, which have a colorful and historical background. It is also greatly connected to Buddhism. The Gujarat Buddhist Tour gives travelers a spiritual feeling while moving through the Buddhist circuit in the architectural state of Gujarat.

The Itinerary of Buddhist Pilgrimage in Gujarat

From the Mauryan period, there is sufficient evidence that Gujarat was greatly influenced by Emperor Ashoka and his teachings of Lord Buddha. The Gujarat Buddhist tour covers several significant sites that reflect this legacy:

1. Junagadh

● Traditional importance as a location linked to Emperor Ashoka.
● Contains the Ashokan rock edicts, which are some of the teachings in Buddhism.
● There are ancient Buddhist caves in the Girnar Hills near the structure.

2. Vadnagar

● An important place with remains of a Buddhist temple.
● Till date many stupas, freestanding monastic buildings of prayer and other archaeological evidence of Buddhism have been found by archeologists.

3. Devni Mori

● An important and significant archaeological location.
● Till date the remains of a stupa which contain the relics of Buddha are discovered here.

4. Bharuch

● Historically famous for its trade and cultural relations.
● This old town still retains evidence of artistic Buddhism and writing.

Enjoy a Great Gujarat Buddhist Tour

Here are the reasons to choose Gujarat Trips for the Buddhist tour:

Customized Packages: There are various types of tourists and with this in mind we have developed different kinds of our Gujarat Tour Packages. It presents a plan of actions you can select depending on whether you have massive chunks of time or not, as well as your pocket.
Expert Guides: Our expert and knowledgeable guides will lead you through the historical and cultural aspects of sites. So you get an unraveled Buddhism sightseeing in Gujarat.
Seamless Experience: Our guided service includes comfortable means of transport, and exquisite choice of accommodating places so that you wouldn’t have to care about the experience.
Affordable Pricing: In terms of pricing we are competitive. Our prices are affordable to give high worth on your money yet meet your value for money demands by offering you high quality services and comfort.

Key Attractions

● Explore Buddhist caves and stupas over 2000 years old with extensive Buddhist shrine paintings.
● Visit the site of rocks which have inscriptions of teachings given by Buddha.

End Note

The Gujarat Buddhist Tour involves giving you an inspiring feel of what Gujarat has to offer in terms of Buddhism. Either a spiritual person or a history lover will find this tour on the balance of contemplation and searching. If you want to plan a great archaeological tour to the historically rich state of Buddhism, Gujarat Trips will be the best companion.

Tour Itinerary

  • Day 1Arrival in Ahmedabad- Vadnagar

    Arrive at Ahmedabad and transfer you to Vadmagar visit Devni Mori and the nearby possible sites later, A night stay at the hotel.

  • Day 2Vadnagar– Junagadh

    Travel to Junagadh visit the famous Buddhist Caves then Uparkot Fort and Monasteries.

  • Day 3 Junagadh– Ahmedabad

    Morning visit Sana Caves and straight to Ahmedabad.

  • Day 4 Ahmedabad– Taranga Hill- Ahmedabad

    Morning drive to Taranga Hills and its is Spiritual place for both jains and Buddhist Back to Ahmedabad.

  • Day 5Ahmedabad (Departure)

    Drop at The Airport or Railway.

Include/Exculde

Included
  • Daily Breakfast
  • Local Driver
  • Driver charges
  • TollTax , Parking
  • Accommodation in 3 or 4 star hotels
  • pIckup and departure
Not Included
  • Meals which is not mentioned
  • Train and Flight Charges
  • Meal during journey

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the main Buddhist sites in Gujarat?

    Bhuj: Known for the Jain and Buddhist heritage, Bhuj is home to ancient temples and inscriptions that reflect the state's Buddhist past.
    Junagadh: The famous Uperkot Fort and the nearby Ashoka Edicts at Kohitpur are significant Buddhist sites. The inscriptions by Emperor Ashoka mark the spread of Buddhism in Gujarat.
    Vadnagar: A historic city with remains of ancient Buddhist stupas, including traces of Buddhist monasteries.
    Lothal: A port city from the Harappan civilization, Lothal also has Buddhist influence with ancient relics and monasteries.
    Girnar: A mountain with ancient Buddhist caves and inscriptions, it holds spiritual significance for Buddhists.
    Dholka: Known for Buddhist remnants and ruins, offering a glimpse of the Buddhist history of Gujarat.

  • What is the significance of Ashoka’s Edicts in Gujarat?

    Emperor Ashoka, a great proponent of Buddhism, inscribed his edicts on rocks and pillars across the Indian subcontinent. In Gujarat, these can be found in Junagadh and Kohitpur, reflecting Ashoka’s commitment to spreading Buddhist teachings and his support for dharma (moral law).

  • What is the best time to visit Gujarat for a Buddhist tour?

    The best time to visit Gujarat is from October to March when the weather is cool and pleasant. This period is ideal for sightseeing and exploring historical sites. Avoid visiting during the summer months (April to June), as the heat can be intense.

  • Can I visit Buddhist caves and monasteries in Gujarat?

    Yes! Gujarat is home to several Buddhist caves, particularly in Girnar and Junagadh. The Girnar Hills has ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves, and Uperkot Fort in Junagadh also offers Buddhist cave complexes. These caves are peaceful places to meditate and learn about the Buddhist monks who once resided there.

  • Are there Buddhist festivals in Gujarat?

    While Gujarat is known for its Hindu festivals, Buddhist events like Buddha Purnima (the celebration of Lord Buddha’s birth) are also observed in some Buddhist communities. Pilgrims may visit Buddhist sites during this time for prayer and reflection.

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