Explore the Diamond Triangle of Odisha and discover the ancient Buddhist Centers of Lalitagiri and Ratnagiri. Marvel at the stone casket containing the relics of the Buddha and admire the standing statues and sculptures of the Gandhara School of Architecture.
Explore the Diamond Triangle of Odisha and discover the ancient Buddhist Centers of Lalitagiri and Ratnagiri. Marvel at the stone casket containing the relics of the Buddha and admire the standing statues and sculptures of the Gandhara School of Architecture.
- Lalitagiri - You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to Lalitagiri, which is about 50 miles distance from Bhubaneswar. The drive to Lalitagiri takes around an hour and a half.\n\nDating back to the 1st century B.C., the complex at Lalitagiri is considered to be one of the oldest Buddhist establishments in the world. The…
- Lalitagiri - You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to Lalitagiri, which is about 50 miles distance from Bhubaneswar. The drive to Lalitagiri takes around an hour and a half.\n\nDating back to the 1st century B.C., the complex at Lalitagiri is considered to be one of the oldest Buddhist establishments in the world. The ruins show the remnants of a large stupa on a hill and four monasteries. Two stone caskets with relics of Lord Buddha were found in the stupa. One of the caskets is believed to contain the bones of the Buddha. A rainwater cistern made of bricks has also been excavated at this site. Artefacts dating back to the 9th and 10th century A.D. suggest that Tantric Buddhism was also practised here. There are huge stone statues of the Buddha in the standing position, a characteristic of the Gandhara School of Architecture. The artefacts unearthed from the various excavations at this site are now kept in a museum on the grounds of this complex.\n\n
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Lunch (beverage excluded)
- Local English speaking guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Lunch (beverage excluded)
- Local English speaking guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food or drink, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Food or drink, unless specified
- Gratuities
Bhubaneswar is the capital of the East Indian state of Odisha, until recently known as Orissa. About 50 miles from Bhubaneswar lie the ancient Buddhist Centers of Lalitagiri and Ratnagiri, which together with the site of Udaygiri form what is known as the
Highlights
- Stone casket containing the relics of the Buddha, Lalitagiri
- Standing statues of…
Bhubaneswar is the capital of the East Indian state of Odisha, until recently known as Orissa. About 50 miles from Bhubaneswar lie the ancient Buddhist Centers of Lalitagiri and Ratnagiri, which together with the site of Udaygiri form what is known as the
Highlights
- Stone casket containing the relics of the Buddha, Lalitagiri
- Standing statues of the Buddha
- Sculptures of the Gandhara School of Architecture
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
- Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
- Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
- Ratnagiri Museum remains closed on Fridays.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
