Shravasti is a district in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The district headquarters are situated at Bhinga Town. It forms part of the Devipatan division. This district is one of the minority concentrated areas according to the latest census of 2001. Shravasti was formed from the culmination of parts of Gonda district on the south and Behraich on the west. Shravasti borders Balrampur on the east, Dang-Deukhuri of Nepal on the northeast and Banke on the northwest. The district headquarters are approximately 150 kilometers from Lucknow.

Shravasti History

Shravasti is situated near the West Rapti River. Gautam Buddha is said to have spent 24 Chaturmases here. Ancient stupas, majestic viharas and temples are still present depicting Buddha�s association with the place. It is said the town was founded by an ancient King named Sravast of the Vedic Bharat period. The capital of the Kingdom of Kosala was Shravasti during the 6th century BC to 6th century AD. The region prospered as a trading centre as well as a religious place. Sobhanath temple is believed to be the birthplace of the Tirthankara Sambhavanath in Jainism, making Shravasti an important center for Jains. The name of the city was Mahid according to the 'Bruhatkalpa' and various Kalpas of the 14th century. There are subsequent mentions showing that the name of this city was Sahet-Mahet. There also used to be a Fort in this city with many idols Devkulikas. During excavation in 'Sahet-Mahet' near Shravasti City, many ancient idols and inscriptions were found which are now kept in the museums at Mathura and Lucknow. Presently, the archaeological department of the Indian Government is doing excavation to perform allied research.

Shravasti Tourism

Maha Mangole Temple
Maha Veera Temple
Maheth
Saheth
Shakti Peeth
Close View Of Jetvan
Jetvan
Pakki Kuti At Maheth
Shanti Bell
Gandha Kuti At Maheth