India Mint Stamp
Lokith Philately
Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Uttar Pradesh
Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Uttar Pradesh
Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers
Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers
Date of issue: 19.10.1982
Date of issue: 19.10.1982
Pin code: 221001
Pin code: 221001
Status: Active
Status: Active
PO Name: Varanasi
PO Name: Varanasi
Description: Sarnath, located about 10 km from Varanasi near the confluence of the Ganges and Varuna rivers in Uttar Pradesh, holds profound historical and spiritual significance. Known as Kashi, Varanasi is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities, while Sarnath itself has roots that predate Buddhism, being a significant centre for trade and culture during ancient India, particularly under the Maurya Empire in the 3rd century BCE. The name Sarnath is derived from the Sanskrit word Saranganatha, meaning Lord of the Deer, related to an ancient Buddhist legend. In Pali, it is referred to as Isipatana, the place where the holy Rrishis appeared. From 600-200 BCE, Sarnath was a flourishing hub of Buddhism, spanning the time from the Mahajanapadas to the Nanda and Maurya periods. The site also witnessed the presence of Vajrayana Buddhism and Hindu deities like Shiva and Brahma, with a Jain temple located near the Dhamek Stupa. The most notable historical event at Sarnath occurred in the 6th century BCE when Siddhartha Gautama, later known as Lord Buddha, delivered his first sermon, known as the Dharmachakra Pravartan or Turning of the Wheel of Dharma." In this sermon, he introduced the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, which form the foundation of Buddhist philosophy and practice. Emperor Ashoka, a devout Buddhist, visited Sarnath around 250 BCE, erected an inscribed pillar to commemorate Buddha's teachings, and contributed to the spread of Buddhism.
Description: Sarnath, located about 10 km from Varanasi near the confluence of the Ganges and Varuna rivers in Uttar Pradesh, holds profound historical and spiritual significance. Known as Kashi, Varanasi is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities, while Sarnath itself has roots that predate Buddhism, being a significant centre for trade and culture during ancient India, particularly under the Maurya Empire in the 3rd century BCE. The name Sarnath is derived from the Sanskrit word Saranganatha, meaning Lord of the Deer, related to an ancient Buddhist legend. In Pali, it is referred to as Isipatana, the place where the holy Rrishis appeared. From 600-200 BCE, Sarnath was a flourishing hub of Buddhism, spanning the time from the Mahajanapadas to the Nanda and Maurya periods. The site also witnessed the presence of Vajrayana Buddhism and Hindu deities like Shiva and Brahma, with a Jain temple located near the Dhamek Stupa. The most notable historical event at Sarnath occurred in the 6th century BCE when Siddhartha Gautama, later known as Lord Buddha, delivered his first sermon, known as the Dharmachakra Pravartan or Turning of the Wheel of Dharma." In this sermon, he introduced the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, which form the foundation of Buddhist philosophy and practice. Emperor Ashoka, a devout Buddhist, visited Sarnath around 250 BCE, erected an inscribed pillar to commemorate Buddha's teachings, and contributed to the spread of Buddhism.
Sarnath remains a major pilgrimage site for Buddhists worldwide. It is revered for its ancient monuments, relics, and spiritual ambience. Key landmarks include the Ashoka Pillar with its four-lion capital, which has become a symbol of Buddhism and is the national emblem of India. This sacred site continues to attract those seeking to connect with the teachings and legacy of Lord Buddha. India Post, U P Circle has Issued a PPC on the Occasion of the Inauguration of the New Philatelic Bureau. Now this PPC has discontinued.
Sarnath remains a major pilgrimage site for Buddhists worldwide. It is revered for its ancient monuments, relics, and spiritual ambience. Key landmarks include the Ashoka Pillar with its four-lion capital, which has become a symbol of Buddhism and is the national emblem of India. This sacred site continues to attract those seeking to connect with the teachings and legacy of Lord Buddha. India Post, U P Circle has Issued a PPC on the Occasion of the Inauguration of the New Philatelic Bureau. Now this PPC has discontinued.