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Saturday 10 September 2016

Here's why you must visit the International Buddhist Conclave at Sarnath




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Slated to begin at Sarnath on October 3 this year, the International Buddhist Conclave will be attended by delegates from more than 40 countries. The conclave seeks to highlight Buddhist heritage and pilgrimage sites in India.
The foundation for Buddhism was laid down by Prince Siddhartha at a time when he renounced his family and went on to become the Buddha. The knowledge he gained through his enlightenment started spreading far and wide. It spready not only in different parts of India, but other parts of the world as well.
Now, Buddhism has a global following in excess of 500 million people, and is among the leading faiths of the world. Starting from India, where Buddhism originated, the profound teachings of this faith spread in Asia and beyond over the centuries. The philosophies and thoughts attached to Buddhism remain relevant even in the modern world.

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