Sarnath: The Place Where Buddha Changed the World

Sarnath: The Place Where Buddha Changed the World

Sarnath is one of the most sacred and historically significant places in the world. Located near Varanasi in India, it is the site where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. This moment marked the formal beginning of Buddhism as a global spiritual tradition. More than just an archaeological site, Sarnath represents the … Read more

Sarnath UNESCO Nomination 2025: UNESCO Move, Banaras Ruler Gets Credit at Sarnath Plaque

Sarnath UNESCO Nomination 2025

Sarnath UNESCO Nomination 2025: Under the aegis of the UNESCO team, ASI will once again write the history on the Sarnath plaque, but will give credit to the family of the ruler of Banaras instead of the British. Context: India has officially nominated the ancient Buddhist site of Sarnath for inclusion on the UNESCO World … Read more