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Tourist Place in Sravasti

Location:	Sravasti, Uttar Pradesh, India
Temperature:	Summer: 43°C,30°C; Winter:25°C, 3°C
STD Code:	5263
Best Times:	October to March
Attractions:	Saheth, Angulimala's Stupa, Maheth, Sobhanath Temple
Language:	Hindi, Urdu and English

Once the site of Jetavana monastery, the place houses numerous shrines, stupas and monasteries spreading over an area of 32 acres. One of the earliest Stupas, probably dating back to 3rd century BC, contained relics of the Buddha. Excavations revealed a colossal statue of lord Buddha, which is now housed in the Indian Museum, Kolkata.

Pakki Kutti is believed to the Angulimala's Stupa. Legend has it that Angulimala was a dreaded dacoit of the region who used to wear a necklace of fingers chopped from his victims. One day, when he was about to kill his mother in a fit of rage, Lord Buddha met him. His words converted Angulimala who decide to follow the path of Buddhism.

Maheth is sprawling over an area of 400 acres, the place is identified with the remains of the city in original. Excavations led to the discovery of massive gates and ramparts and many other signs that speak of the prosperity of ancient Sravasti.

Sobhanath temple is the place believed to be the birthplace of Jain prophet Swayambunatha. For the Jains, this is one of the important tourist attractions in Sravasti.