Emperor Ashoka's 3rd-century BCE stupa complex — UNESCO site, oldest Buddhist sanctuary in India
Starting From
₹20k
Duration
3 Days
Physical Level
EasyMeditation Level
BeginnerGroup Size
8-14 people
Accommodation
MP Tourism Gateway Retreat near complex
Emperor Ashoka's 3rd-century BCE stupa complex — UNESCO site, oldest Buddhist sanctuary in India.
Schedule
Afternoon arrival, evening welcome ceremony, group introduction
Spiritual Practice
Pradakshina circumambulation
Schedule
Pre-dawn meditation, morning Anapanasati, midday rest, afternoon site visit, evening Buddhism ceremony
Spiritual Practice
Anapanasati
Schedule
Final Pradakshina circumambulation practice, closing blessing, departure transfers
Spiritual Practice
Jataka tale storytelling
Pradakshina circumambulation
Anapanasati
Jataka tale storytelling
Stupa meditation
Great Stupa of Sanchi
Carved toranas (gates)
Ashoka pillar
Archaeological museum
MP Tourism Gateway Retreat near complex
Bhopal Awadhi-vegetarian, simple satwik fare
Carry torch — museum has unlit relic chambers; evenings cool quickly.
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"Beautifully organized, deeply respectful of local traditions. Our guide knew the spiritual significance of every stone."
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