ABOUT THE
Attraction
This large stupa constructed with bricks is said to house the remains of the Buddha. During its excavations in 1876, a copper vessel was discovered that bears an inscription in ancient Brahmi, which says that Lord Buddha's remains had been kept here. Along with this, silver coins of 5th century AD were also unearthed at this site. The stupa stands on a 2.74-metre-high plinth. It rises to a height of 19.81m above the ground level.
OTHER ATTRACTIONS
Ramabhar Stupa
His funeral pyre was lit at Mukutavandha Vihara, where stands the Ramabhar stupa. In ancient Buddhist texts, this stupa has been referred to as Mukut-Bandhan chaitya.
Mahaparinirvana Temple
This is the most popular Buddhist pilgrimage site in Kushinagar. The temple’s pride is the iconic statue of reclining Buddha from the 5th century and excavated in 1876.
Mathakuar Shrine
A few hundred metres away from the Mahaparinirvana temple, stands the Mathakuar shrine, built on the spot where Buddha delivered his last sermon.