Sravasti

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Introduction Sravasti is an important historical and religious attraction in Uttar Pradesh. The place has for long been attached to Lord Buddha and his times. It is said that Lord Buddha spent 25 years living in the monastery of Jetavana that is situated in Sravasti. The city also has the pride of being the place where many of Vinaya rules, Jatakas and Sutras were first discussed. When the famed Chinese traveler Hiuen Tsang visited this site, he found several damaged Stupas and ruins of monasteries at this place. It was only in the early decades of 20th century when the excavation works were initiated that the site raised to prominence. The town located near the Rapti River in northeastern Uttar Pradesh is said to be have been founded by the mythological king, Sravast. Its modern name is Saheth-Maheth. Bifurcated into two parts, namely Saheth and Maheth, Sravasti contains the ruins and relics of Jain and Buddhist temples, forts and stupas. Maheth Identified with the remains of the city, Maheth covers an area of about 400 acres. Excavations have exposed the massive gates of the city, ramparts and also the ruins of other structures, which stand testimony to the prosperity of ancient Sravasti. The Sobhanath Temple is located here. Pakki Kuti and Kacchi Kuti were probably Buddhist shrines, before they were converted into brahmanical temples. Shobhanath Temple The `Shobhanath' temple is believed to be the birthplace of Jain tirthankar 'Sambhavanath', making Shravasti an important center for the Jains. Saheth Known primarily as the site of the Jetavana monastery, Saheth covers an area of 32 acres. Lying about a quarter of a mile to the south - west of Maheth, it became an important place of pilgrimage, adorned with numerous shrines, stupas and monasteries. The stupas belong mostly to the Kushana period, while the temples are in the Gupta style. Other places of interest include the Swarnagandha Kuti. Devi Patan Temple 28 Km. One of the most important Shaktipeeth in the entire region, it is revered by Hindu devotees of India and Nepal. Introduction Mount Abu the holy mountain lies at the southern extremity of the Aravelli. Mount abu, owing to its good rainfall. The flora and fauna enjoys the adulation of the tourist to the fullest. This glorious ambience suited mainly to the likes of sages and tribals and both made a great impact in the history of the region Among the flourishing ranges is the highest point of the Aravalli is the 'Gurushikhar' with a vast sanctuary that shelters a number of species like langur. Best Time to Travel Round The Year How To Reach Air The nearest airport is Udaipur Road Some buses go all the way to Mount Abu while others terminate at Abu road. Convenient bus services are from Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Baroda, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Mumbai, and Udaipur. Rail Mount Abu is located on the broad gauge line between Delhi and Mumbai via Ahmedabad. Direct trains run to various destinations including Ajmer, Jodhpur, Jaipur and Ahmedabad.