Shravasti is a distinguished place in Uttar Pradesh. This place is believed to be named after the legendary king Shravasta in accordance with the Hindu epic, Mahabharata. The Angulimala’s Stupa in Shravasti is the magnificent monument, which the tourist comes to admire.
It was in 1863 that this Stupa was excavated along with the other ruins in Shravasti city. According to the legendary story, Angulimala was a ruthless dacoit in Sharavasti who used to chop away the finger of the human beings after killing them. Lately, Lord Buddha showered him wisdom and turned him into a disciple. The Angulimala's Stupa Shravasti showcases the glory of Lord Buddha.
