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Sarnath is a place located 10 kilometres northeast of Varanasi, near the confluence of the Ganges and the Varuna rivers in Uttar Pradesh, India. According to Buddhist tradition, Sarnath is bodh etc..

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Sarnath is a significant Buddhist pilgrimage site located near Varanasi, also known as Kashi. It's where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. The Dhamek Stupa and the Ashoka Pillar are important landmarks in Sarnath, symbolizing the spread of Buddhism. Kashi, on the other hand, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and is considered the spiritual heart of India. It's renowned for its ghats along the Ganges River, vibrant temples like the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, and its rich cultural heritage. Both Sarnath and Kashi hold immense religious and historical significance and attract pilgrims and tourists from around the world.