ArticlesBuddhist Tourist Places In IndiaBuddhist Tourist Places in OdishaTourism Dhauli Hill, Buddhist places you can visit in Odisha by Kalahandi Info March 5, 2023 written by Kalahandi Info March 5, 2023 0 comment 36 views Share 0FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsappEmail Dhauli Hill is a hill located on the banks of the river Daya, about 8 km south of Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha in eastern India. It is an important historical site for Buddhists as it is believed to be the place where Emperor Ashoka, one of the most prominent rulers of ancient India, converted to Buddhism after the Kalinga War in 261 BC. The hill is famous for the rock edicts of Emperor Ashoka, which were inscribed in Pali language and Brahmi script on a rock surface at the foot of the hill. These edicts, which are among the earliest known examples of Indian writing, proclaim Ashoka’s adherence to the principles of Buddhism and his commitment to non-violence and social welfare. Dhauli Hill also has a number of other Buddhist structures, including a large white peace pagoda, also known as the Shanti Stupa, built by the Japanese Buddhist monk Nichidatsu Fujii in the 1970s. The pagoda has four statues of Lord Buddha facing the four cardinal directions and is surrounded by beautiful gardens. Apart from the Buddhist structures, Dhauli Hill is also known for its scenic beauty and offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the Daya River and the nearby Chandaka-Dampara Wildlife Sanctuary. Overall, Dhauli Hill is an important historical and spiritual site for Buddhists and a popular tourist attraction in Odisha. It is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in Indian history and culture, and especially for those interested in the history and teachings of Buddhism Share 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsappEmail Kalahandi Info previous post Here are 50 Buddhist places to visit in Odisha: next post Ratnagiri, Buddhist places you can visit in OdishaRatnagiri, You may also like Lalitgiri – an important Buddhist site located in... March 5, 2023 Ratnagiri, Buddhist places you can visit in OdishaRatnagiri, March 5, 2023 Here are 50 Buddhist places to visit in... March 5, 2023 Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh – Where Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana May 29, 2022 Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath May 29, 2022 Mahabodhi Temple, Bodh Gaya May 29, 2022 Solar Savings: Reduce Your Electricity Bills And Earn... April 3, 2021 On Kanshi Ram’s Birth Anniversary, Remembering How he... March 15, 2021 Remembering Savitribai Phule (3 January 1831 – 10... March 10, 2021 Know story behind 108 dried snails on Gautama... March 5, 2021 Leave a Comment Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ