Things to do in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh
Kushinagar is a town in the Kushinagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is a Buddhist pilgrimage site where Gautama Buddha is believed to have attained parinirvana.
7 places to visit in and around Kushinagar, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Mahaparinirvana Temple
The Parinirvana Stupa or Mahaparinirvana Temple is a Buddhist temple in Kushinagar, India which is said to be the place of death of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism.
Wikipedia - 2Matha Kuar Shrine
Matha Kuar Shrine is the place of Buddha's last sermon. After having a meal of pork (some say mushroom) in a nearby place (present-day Fazilnagar) Buddha fell severely ill. The meal was provided by a blacksmith named Chunda and is considere
Wikidata - 3Japanese-Srilankan Buddhist Centre
- 4Thai temple
- 5Relic Distribution Site
After the cremation, the mortal remains of Buddha were kept as relics and distributed among eight kings of north India. There are no historical remains at the site but it is believed that the distribution happened at this very place. Today
- 6Ramabhar Stupa
This is the site of the cremation of Buddha. After his death, his mortal remains were cremated about a km east of his death place. Later a giant stupa was built at the location which was unearthed during an archaeological dig in 1910. The c
Wikidata - 7Ved Mata Gaytri Mandir
Ved Mata Gaytri Temple is a Hindu temple of the Maa Gayatri Devi. The name Gayatri Mandir derives from the Acharya of Gayatri Mission, Gaytari Mandir is a famous Temple.
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Best time to visit Kushinagar
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 15°C | 12 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 19°C | 17 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 26°C | 12 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 32°C | 15 mm |
| May | Hot | 35°C | 53 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 35°C | 168 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 30°C | 329 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 29°C | 248 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 28°C | 186 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 25°C | 47 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 21°C | 0 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 16°C | 3 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Kushinagar
- Nearest railway station: Ramkola (RKL), 19 km away.
- Nearest airport: Kushinagar International Airport (KBK), 4 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Kushinagar costs
- Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Kushinagar is not included.
Compare Kushinagar with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kushinagar | – | Oct–Mar | 7 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Gorakhpur | 52 km | Oct–Mar | 15 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Vaishali | 149 km | Oct–Mar | 7 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Gaura | 153 km | Oct–Mar | 8 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Jaunpur | 162 km | Oct–Mar | 14 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Kushinagar; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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What are the best places to visit in Kushinagar?
The best known are Mahaparinirvana Temple, Matha Kuar Shrine, Japanese-Srilankan Buddhist Centre, Thai temple, Relic Distribution Site.
When is the best time to visit Kushinagar?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Kushinagar?
Nearest railway station: Ramkola (RKL), 19 km away. Nearest airport: Kushinagar International Airport (KBK), 4 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Kushinagar cost?
Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Kushinagar is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.