आर्कियोलॉजिकल म्यूज़ियम सारनाथ, आर्कियोलॉजिकल सर्वे ऑफ इंडिया
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Step into India's oldest archaeological museum in sacred Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon. Home to the magnificent Lion Capital of Ashoka — India's national emblem — this ASI treasure trove chronicles 2,000 years of Buddhist art and history through priceless sculptures, coins, and inscriptions.
Walk through galleries arranged chronologically, witnessing the evolution of Buddhist art from Mauryan simplicity to Gupta sophistication. The crown jewel — Ashoka's Lion Capital — stands majestically in climate-controlled splendor. 🌺 Marvel at intricate stone railings from ancient stupas, terracotta figurines depicting daily life, and sublime Buddha statues in various mudras.
The museum's peaceful ambiance mirrors Sarnath's spiritual energy. Each artifact connects directly to Buddhist history — these aren't mere displays but witnesses to moments when Buddhism spread across Asia.
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Closed on Fridays
₹15 Indians
₹200 Foreigners
Audio guide, bookshop
Cloak room, wheelchair
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Archaeological Museum Sarnath, Archaeological Survey of India (आर्कियोलॉजिकल म्यूज़ियम सारनाथ, आर्कियोलॉजिकल सर्वे ऑफ इंडिया) is a cultural site in Khajuri, Varanasi.
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