Question

Why do Buddhists go to Varanasi on a pilgrimage?

Answer 1

Varanasi, a holy city in India is situated on western banks of sacred river Ganga in Uttar Pradesh. The city is regarded sacred in Hindu .

Answer 2

Explanation:

☑️ It is believed that Buddha gave his sermon on first turning of the wheel of Dharnma, in Varanasi (kasha in the Buddhist scripts). This is why this site is considered as a “site of spiritual luminance” and is revered by Buddhist pilgrims.