Lalitagiri Monastery | Lalitagiri Buddhist Complex | Ratnagiri Monastery | Buddhist Museum Jajpur.
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➡️HOW TO REACH?
Biju Patnaik International Airport, which is located at a distance of 87 km, is the nearest airport from Lalitgiri. Whereas, Cuttack Railway Station serves as the closest railhead from the place that is located just at a distance of 58 km.
➡️LALITAGIRI ABOUT:-
Lalitgiri lies between the valley of two rivers Birupa and Chitrotpala. Also known as Naltigiri amongst the locals, Lalitgiri is the oldest of the Buddhist Diamond Triangle triad as they are referred to in Odisha. The monastery built in the 1st Century AD is the oldest known Buddhist monastery in the state.
Though the site was discovered in 1905, it was excavated as late as 1985-1991, based on the chronicles of the famous Chinese Traveler Hiuen T’sang, excavations are still being carried out albeit sporadically at the site. The findings indicate the Monastery propagated both the Hinayana Sect of Buddhism (name for schools of the earliest Buddhist doctrine) and Mahayana sect of Buddhism (a path where a follower seeks enlightenment for the benefit of all sentient beings). Later on under the influence of Bhaumakara King’s it embraced Vajrayana sect of Buddhism (Tantric Buddhism). Thus the monastery survived till the 13th century AD.
The majestic ruins of the Mahastupa (Main Stupa) atop a hill, the Chaityagriha’s (prayer halls), the numerous Votive Stupa’s (stupa erected after fulfillment of a wish/vow) amidst lush green surroundings gives a magical feel to this ancient Buddhist complex.
Among the many noteworthy findings at this site is the relic casket which comprised of four containers made of Khondalite, Steatite, Silver and Gold. Its antiquity and the gold and silver contents have led to speculations that these are relics of Lord Buddha.
➡️RATNAGIRI ABOUT:-
Ratnagiri monastery in Jajpur district crowning flat hill-top is affording a panoramic view of the surrounding might have been chosen for the seclusion for the serene and calm atmosphere necessary for monastic life and meditation studies.
The place consists of several important Buddhist sculptures spotted around the hills. According to some excavations, the history of the region is associated with 6th Century AD and the Gupta Dynasty. As per an excavation, a huge monastery at Ratnagiri dates back to the Mahayana sect. It also revealed that the kings like Ashoka of the Gupta dynasty publicized Buddhism in this area. There has been found a number of other hints of Buddhism, including the Monastery, Stupas, Chaityas, among others. Ratnagiri is believed to be a superb destination of learning for the Budhism of Tantric cult that is Vajrayana. The region also witnessed the blossoming of the Kalchakrayana, as clued by Tibetan Buddhist texts.
➡️NEARBY TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
👉Udayagiri: Renowned as the largest earliest Buddhist centre in Odisha, Udayagiri is situated at a distance of 10 km from the place. The heritage site of Udayagiri is a prominent part of Diamond Triangle of Odisha that also features Ratnagiri and Lalitgiri.
👉Olasuni Caves: Lies on the border of Jajpur and Cuttack district, Olasuni Cave is just a km away from Lalitgiri. Olasuni Cave is a historical and religious tourist site near Lalitgiri.
Langudi: Another Buddhist heritage site in near proximity to Lalitgiri, Langudi houses a series of 34 rock-cut stupas and various temples from ancient times. The place also has images of various deities.
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