Kushi Nagar is a popular Buddhist pilgrimage destination in Bihar. It is positioned approximately 53 kms from Gorakhur in Bihar. Kushi Nagar is considered to be a place of great historic importance, as Lord Buddha took his last breath here. Till 19th century, people were unaware about the existence of Kushi Nagar, as it was completely enclosed with huge forests.

In the year 1861, Cunnigham and Carlyle came to know about this historic site. Both of them were British archaeologists. During 1904 to 1912, several exacavations had bee done that confirmed about its historic significance.

Kushinara was the name of Kushi Nagar in the time of Buddha. It was small town under Malla kingdom. A few popular historical monuments of Kushi Nagar are Buddhist viharas, a Burmese vihara, Tibetan gompa honored to Sakhyamuni. While your travel to Kushi Nagar, do not forget to visit Mahaparinirvana temple. This beautiful temple is set amongst the Sal trees in Bihar, India. People from all over the world come to see the beautiful statue of Lord Buddha.

Other major highlights of Kushi Nagar are the Mata Kunwar Shrine and Rambhar Stupa. Mata Kunwar Shrine is a popular pilgrimage for Buddhist. Kushi Nagar is an immnely popular pilgrimage site. Chinese, Sri Lanka, Thai and Japanese Buddhists have built several temples.

Another amazing city, Wat Thai Kusinara is positioned close to Kushi Nagar. In the development of this city, Thai people had played a major role. This beautiful city is spread in an area of approximately 10 acres. In order to practice Buddha's gospel, several people come here. Other must-see places close to Kushi Nagar are Gorakhpur, Kapilavastu and Lumbini.

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10/16/2006