Shravasti Tour Packages Uttar Pradesh
Shravasti is a holy city in Uttar Pradesh that has a lot of significance to the Jains, Hindus, and Buddhists. Located in the core of Uttar Pradesh, the city is a cultural paradise for every visitor. It holds the very old Bodhi Vriksh (tree) that is mentioned in the legendary epics, Ramayana, and Mahabharata. Shravasti is also popularly visited as the birthplace of the originator of Jainism religion, Lord Mahaveer.
The city houses several remnants and structures from the period of Lord Mahaveer and Gautam Buddha. Due to religious significance, this place is widely visited by the devotees of these three religions. The word “Shravasti” is derived from "Sabbam atthi", that implies prosperity and tranquillity.
Shravasti was ruled by several rulers, like Gupta, Mohammad Ghaznavi and other rulers that are reflected by its grand architectures. The place is also mentioned in the Hindu literature. Due to the presence of several folklores, the city has a rich culture and that makes an interesting feature for every visitor.