Development of Tourist Facilities 2 in Sankisa 24-01-2024

Planning and designing of tourism facilities at Buddhist
monasteries located in Sankisa, U.P.
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Planning and designing of tourism facilities at Buddhist monasteries located in Sank isa, U.P.
Table Of Contents
CHAPTER 1 Introduction........................................................................................................... 1
CHAPTER 2 Historical Background ............................................................................................. 1
CHAPTER 3 Local and Regional Settings ..................................................................................... 2
3.1 Connectivity .................................................................................................................. 2
3.2 Geography..................................................................................................................... 3
3.3 Climate ......................................................................................................................... 4
3.4 Local setting .................................................................................................................. 4
3.5 Culture Significance ....................................................................................................... 5
3.6 International & National Footfall in Sankisa..................................................................... 6
CHAPTER 4 Site Analysis ........................................................................................................... 6
4.1 Site Connectivity............................................................................................................ 7
4.2 Site Details .................................................................................................................... 8
4.3 Buddhist sites ................................................................................................................ 9
4.4 Survey Analysis............................................................................................................ 14
CHAPTER 5 Key observations .................................................................................................. 15
CHAPTER 6 Issues and constraints........................................................................................... 15
CHAPTER 7 Terms of reference ............................................................................................... 16
7.1 Tourism in U.P. ............................................................................................................ 16
CHAPTER 8 Proposed Facilities................................................................................................ 19
8.1 Sri Lankan Buddhist Vihar............................................................................................. 20
8.2 Dhamma Loko Buddhist Vihar....................................................................................... 22
8.3 Japan Buddhist temple ................................................................................................. 24
8.4 Myanmar Buddhist pagoda........................................................................................... 27
8.5 Mahabodhi Pustakalaya and Maha Samna Buddha Vihar ............................................... 30
CHAPTER 9 Summary Sheet .................................................................................................... 33
9.1 Sri Lankan Buddhist Vihar............................................................................................. 34
9.2 Dhamma loko Buddha Vihar ........................................................................................ 37
9.3 Japan Buddhist temple ................................................................................................. 40
9.4 Myanmar Buddhist Pagoda........................................................................................... 54
9.5 Mahabodhi Pushtakalaya and Maha Samna Buddha Vihar.............................................. 61
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List Of Figures
Figure 1 Climate ........................................................................................................................... 4
Figure 2 footfall data..................................................................................................................... 6
Figure 3 Sri Lankan Buddha Vihar................................................................................................... 9
Figure 4 Dhamma Loko Buddha Vihar .......................................................................................... 10
Figure 5 Mahabodhi Pustakalaya and Vihar .................................................................................. 11
Figure 6 Japan Buddha temple..................................................................................................... 12
Figure 7 Myanmar Buddhist Pagoda............................................................................................. 13
Figure 8 Site Condition................................................................................................................ 14
List Of Maps
Map 1 Connectivity....................................................................................................................... 2
Map 2 Location of Sankisa............................................................................................................. 3
Map 3 Geographical location......................................................................................................... 3
Map 4 Site Analysis....................................................................................................................... 4
Map 5 Identified ancient Pradikshna Path ...................................................................................... 6
Map 6 site analysis ....................................................................................................................... 7
Map 7 Buddhist sites .................................................................................................................... 7
Map 8 Site connectivity................................................................................................................. 8
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CHAPTER 1 Introduction
Sankisa (also Sankasia, Sankassa and Sankasya) is an ancient city in India. The city came into
prominence at the time of Gautama Buddha. According to a Buddhist source, it was thirty leagues
from Savatthi. Sankisa is now identified with Sankisa Basantpur on the north bank of the Ikkhumati
river (Kalinadi), between Kampil and Kannauj, twenty-three miles west of Fatehgarh, twenty-five
south of Kaimganj and forty-five north of Kannauj, in Farrukhabad district of Uttar Pradesh state of
India.
CHAPTER 2 Historical Background

Sankisa received its fame from statements and claims recorded in the Tipitaka. It was at Sankisa that
the Buddha returned to earth, after preaching the Abhidhamma Pitaka in Tavatimsa, following the
performance of the Twin Miracle under the Gandamba tree. After the Gautama Buddha's
Mahaparinirvana (passing away) king Ashoka developed this place and installed one of his famous
Pillars of Ashoka in the city, from which the elephant capital survives. He also built a stupa and a
temple commemorating the visit of the Buddha. This temple exists even today and the ruins of the
stupa are also present as a temple of Vishari Devi. It is said that the name Vishari Devi is given to the
mother of the Buddha.
Currently it has ruins of old monasteries and Buddhist monuments. It is rarely visited by pilgrims
since it is difficult to go to, and there are not many facilities. After a long time, Alexander
Cunningham (British) discovered the place in 1842. Eighty-seven years later Anagarika Dharmapala
(Sri Lanka) came here on spiritual quest. In 1957 Pandith Madabawita Wijesoma Thero (Sri Lanka)
came to 'Sankisa' for few years and started a Buddhist school (Wijesoma Vidyalaya) for poor people.
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CHAPTER 3 Local and Regional Settings

3.1 Connectivity
Farrukhabad
Sankisa
Neeb karori
Mohammadabad
Bhogaon
Map 1 Connectivity
Road
It is well connected with all the main destinations of India by excellent motorable roads. One can
also get here by availing the public and private bus services offered in many cities around Sankisa.
The nearest bus station is Bhogaon in Mainpuri district which is 12 kms from Sankisa.
Mohammadabad in Farrukhabad is a stop from where Sankisa is accessible through public transport.
Rail
The nearest railhead is Neeb-karori, which is situated at the distance of 12 km from Sankisa.
Air
The nearest airport from Sankisa is at Agra. The other nearest airport is Kanpur airport from which,
trains and buses run regularly. Sankisa is about 250 km and is a 4 hours 30 minutes' drive from
Kanpur Airport.

Map 2 Location of Sankisa
3.2 Geography
Sankisa (also Sankasia, Sankassa and Sankasya) is an ancient city in India. The city came into
prominence at the time of Gautama Buddha. Sankisa is now identified with Sankisa Basantpur on the
north bank of the Ikkhumati river now identified as Kali Nadi, between Kampil and Kannauj, west of
Fatehgarh, south of Kaimganj, north of Kannauj, in Farrukhabad district of Uttar Pradesh state of
India. Sankisa shares its boundary with three districts Farrukhabad, Manipuri and Etah. Main stupa
of the temple and Ashoka’s pillar relics lies in Farrukhabad district but the footprints of Buddhism
temples could be seen in the nearby villages in the periphery of Sankisa lying in Manipuri.
Sankisa
Map 3 Geographical location

3.3 Climate
The climate here is mild, and generally warm and temperate. In winter, there is much less rainfall in
Kushinagar than in summer. The monsoon season follows with comparatively lower temperatures.
The monsoons subside in October and temperatures rise again. The brief, mild winter starts in late
October and lasts until the last week of February. Summers are too hot with a maximum
temperature of 38 degrees Celsius and winters are cold with the lowest temperature of 10 degrees
Celsius.
Figure 1 Climate
3.4 Local setting
It is an important Buddhist pilgrimage site, where Buddhists believe Gautama Buddha returned from
heaven to give teachings to his mother after his death. Most of the sights and attractions in Sankisa
are associated with Lord Buddha. Most of these sites mark the Footprints of buddha and his
teachings. Main stupa is situated in Sankisa on an earthen rampart.
Map 4 Site Analysis

3.5 Culture Significance
The village is popular amongst archaeological and historical enthusiasts. A small temple of Maya
Devi in Sankisa reinstates the legends associated with Lord Buddha. Here, the mother of Lord
Buddha is worshipped as a goddess of fertility. Buddhist sculptures dating back to Mahayana era also
adorn the walls at the site.
The remains of Asokan Pillar at Sankisa are also worthy of a visit. The pillar with an elephant in lieu
of the usual lion is associated with the representation that Queen Mayadevi dreamt at the time of
conceiving Prince Siddhartha who later became Buddha.
The excavations by ASI (Archaeological Society of India) have also unearthed many findings of
ancient era. The site unearthed many scriptures, terracotta figurines, bronze coins and stone dishes
belonging to the Buddhist times.
Several Religious Fairs and Festivals are held every year in areas such as :
i. Buddha Purnima called the Buddha Jayanti fair celebrated for two to three days and
approximately 7,000 to 8,000 or more people come to Sankisa.
ii. Kuwar Purnima fair is also celebrated in Sankisa in memory of Buddha and approximately 5,000-
10,000 tourists come.
iii. Buddha Mahotsav celebrated in Dhamma Bihar approximately 2-3 Lakhs people are coming and
also 1000 Marriage are held on this day.
The ancient pradikshna path was used as parikrama by the Buddhist pilgrims. The concept was
replica of the Sanchi stupa, which has two paths namely one inner path and an outer path .

Map 5 Identified ancient Pradikshna Path
3.6 International & National Footfall in Sankisa
Following list shows the district-wise domestic and foreign tourist visiting Sankisa in past year.
Tourist Footfall
250000
200000
150000
100000
50000
0
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021
Domestic 85410 199277 200703 138533 25943 30910
Foreign 27860 26901 27012 19814 4869 0
Total Pop 113270 226178 227715 158347 30812 30910
Domestic Foreign Total Pop Linear (Total Pop)
Figure 2 footfall data
CHAPTER 4 Site Analysis

Sankisa is a village in Farrukhabad district in Uttar Pradesh. The site is on the Mohammdabad-
Farukkhabad road. Buddhist tourist visit this place all across the year. The district is famous for its

tourism activities and related to lord buddha. The tourism zone is situated on the main Sankisa-
Bhogaon road. The major sites (ASI) are situated on this road.
The Buddhist viharas are located on the main Sankisa-Bhogaon road and spread among two districts:
Sankisa as well as Mainpuri.
The facilities are below minimal which is the main drawback for tourism in Sankisa.
The viharas are not well maintained and lack in basic facilities. No unity among the façade of the
Buddhist sites. The ASI site is disputed and no basic amenity available inside.
Solar lights along the footpath are fixed on one side. Absence of facilities like street furniture,
dustbins, toilets, landscaping, drinking water.
Bahirkot Stupa
Mahabodhi Pustakalaya
and Buddha Vihar
Dhamma Loko Buddhist

Vihar
Map 7 Buddhist sites
Map 6 site analysis
4.1 Site Connectivity
The village Sankisa Basantpur located at 40 KM away from the tehsil Farrukhabad of the district is a
sacred place for the Buddhists. Sankisa Basantpur is located 10 KM away from railway station
Pakhna on Farrukhabad Manipuri railway route. Famous Chinese traveller Huwen Tsang and other
Chinese travellers mentioned in their reports about Sankisa which is located on the remains of a
hillock.

Map 8 Site connectivity
4.2 Site Details
Site surroundings and activities around the site – residences, shops,temples.

The existing structures near the Entry are G+1 or G+2. Land use consists of residences, Mixed use.
User Group – Local people/ people from local villages.

4.3 Buddhist sites
1) Sri Lankan Buddhist Vihar
Figure 3 Sri Lankan Buddha Vihar
Condition of Existing facilities:
S.no Exiting Facility & Amenities Yes/No Conditions Remark

Good/Bad/Poor
1 Flood Light No
2 Solar Light No
3 Steel Railing No
4 Boundary Wall with Railing Yes Good
5 CC Benches Yes
6 Floor Pot (cement) yes Good
7 Painting/Sculpture yes Good
8 Toilet cum Bathing yes Poor
9 Dustbin Yes Poor
10 Dhamma hall yes
11 Drinking Water yes Bad
12 Benches yes Good
13 Signage No Poor
14 Facade Lighting No
15 Drainages yes Bad

16 Submersible pump Yes Good

17 Storage Tank Yes Good
18 Soak Pit Yes Good
19 Camera No
2) Dhamma Loko Buddha Vihar
Figure 4 Dhamma Loko Buddha Vihar
The buddha Vihar is space where all the major fairs and festivals are conducted.

Good/Bad/Poor
1 Flood Light No
2 Solar Light No
3 Steel Railing No
4 Boundary Wall with Railing Yes bad Old and
outdated
5 CC Benches no
6 Floor Pot (cement) No
8 Toilet cum Bathing yes
9 Dustbin Yes
10 Dhamma hall yes good
11 Drinking Water yes Good
12 Benches No
13 Signage No


16 Submersible pump Yes Good
19 Camera No
3) Mahabodhi Pustakalaya and Maha Samna Buddha Vihar
Figure 5 Mahabodhi Pustakalaya and Vihar

Good/Bad/Poor
1 Flood Light No
2 Solar Light No
3 Steel Railing No
4 Boundary Wall with Railing Yes Good
5 CC Benches no
6 Floor Pot (cement) yes good
8 Toilet cum Bathing No
9 Dustbin Yes
10 Dhamma hall no
11 Drinking Water No
12 Benches No
13 Signage No
16 submersible pump Yes Good
19 Camera No

4) Japan Buddhist Temple
Adjacent to Royal residency hotel, the temple stands still with greenery around.
Figure 6 Japan Buddha temple

Good/Bad/Poor
1 Flood Light No
2 Solar Light No
3 Steel Railing No
4 Boundary Wall with Railing Yes Good Railing is not there
5 CC Benches No
7 Painting/Sculpture No
9 Dustbin Yes
10 Dhamma hall yes

12 Benches No
13 Signage No
16 Summer seval pump Yes Good
19 Camera No
5) Myanmar Buddhist pagoda
Figure 7 Myanmar Buddhist Pagoda

Good/Bad/Poor
1 Flood Light No
2 Solar Light No
3 Steel Railing No
4 Boundary Wall with Railing Yes Good Railing is not
there.
5 CC Benches no
9 Dustbin Yes
10 Dhamma hall yes
12 Benches No
13 Signage No
16 Summer seval pump Yes Good


19 Camera No
All the sites situated along the road don’t have major development or follow any Façade rhythm.
The issues arrive due to such situations. The tourist sites do not have amenities to fulfil the
population requirements or attract any new tourists.
Site condition outside the Monasteries
Figure 8 Site Condition
4.4 Survey Analysis
As the part of the survey, the survey along the entry area, the team visited the district and examined
the conditions for the development of inbound tourism in the area. The tourism potential, resources
and issues affecting the growth of tourism were assessed. The consultant carried out essential

requirements near all the tourist sites of the town, transportation network, location of public
amenities and services, location of tourism infrastructure, signage plan, and broad development
control regulation (including all signage, ASI properties, phasing plan etc). Survey was done to
provide help to give a preliminary understanding of biophysical characteristics, socio -economic
features, issues, problems, threats opportunities, and concerns which are generally not derived from
the literature review. The consultant carried out essential requirements such as infrastructure
requirements surrounding areas of the sites and integrated the same to the extent possible in the
project report.
The survey covered the main Buddha Vihar area (Area along the Road on the Sankisa-Bhogaon Road,
main Sarai bazar which is the main market of Sankisa, the approach road to the city which is the
state Highway (Mohammadabad to Kaimganj) junctions, main tourist sites and the facilities
available, existing resources.
CHAPTER 5 Key observations

 While the entry is well maintained and easily visible from the highway. There is an ample buffer
area near the entry gate.
 While numerous attractions with immense tourism potential exist, poor marketing, promotion ,
and lack of awareness amongst tourists is a major detractor.
 Lack of basic amenities, hotels, and restaurants.
 No site furniture available.
CHAPTER 6 Issues and constraints

 Lack of amenities and tourist facilities in Buddhist viharas.
 Provision of facilities is necessary in the areas that will attract more tourists.

CHAPTER 7 Terms of reference

7.1 Tourism in U.P.
Uttar Pradesh is already a globally known and popular tourism destination which receives the greatest
number of Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs) and Domestic Tourist Arrivals (DTAs) each year. Most
recently, Uttar Pradesh (UP) emerged at the top position for attracting the highest number of
domestic tourists and secured third position in attracting foreign tourists with a record footfall of
nearly 47 lakhs in 2019. The tourism industry in UP has a significant contribution to the states’
economic growth. It is expected that this Policy will strengthen the existing infrastructure, will foster
infrastructure development, income, and employment generation, and increase the much -needed
availability of hotel rooms for the tourists. Uttar Pradesh has guarded India’s treasure trove of
heritage and cultural assets over the ages which attract heritage enthusiasts not just from all over the
country but across the world. Through quality upkeep and restoration of assets designed to improve
visitor experience, the state aims to increase tourism earnings and footfall with increased average
length of stay (ALS) and to encourage repeat visits.
Buddhism had major centers of influence in places such as Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first
sermon; Bodh Gaya, the site of his enlightenment; Kushinagar; Sankisa: where he gave preachings to
his mother from heaven; Shravasti; Rajgir; and Vaishali. These places are now important pilgrimage
sites for Buddhists.
Uttar Pradesh and Bihar are the most influential states in India in context to Buddhist sites due to their
historical significance and concentration of important pilgrimage destinations.The State of Uttar
Pradesh is endowed with seven important sites associated with Lord Buddha including Kushinagar,
Sankisa (Farrukhabad), Kaushambi, Ramgram (Mahrajganj) and Devdah (Mahrajganj) , Kapilvastu
(Sidharthnagar) and Shravasti.



CHAPTER 8 Proposed Facilities

Buddha Vihar Work to be done
Sri Lankan Buddhist Vihar 1. Façade lights,
2. Flood façade lights for boundary walls,
3. Solar Pole lights, 6 no.
4. C.C. Benches, 8 no.
5. Cemented flower pots 24” size, 10 no.
6. Upgrading paintings/sculptures based on Buddha
etc.
7. Toilet block (4 M + 4 F + 1 Handicap + Child care)
8. R O drinking water facility inside the compound,
9. Dustbins 6no.
Dhamma Loko Buddhist Vihar 1. Façade lights,
2. Flood façade lights for boundary walls,
4. C.C. Benches, 8 no.
5. Cemented flower pots 24” size, 10 no.
6. Upgrading paintings/sculptures based on
Buddha etc.
8. R O drinking water facility inside the compound,
9. Dustbins 6no.
Japan Buddhist temple 1. Entry gate 1 no.
2. boundary wall upgradation with façade
treatment 200 m
3. Façade lights,
4. Solar Pole lights 8 no.
5. cc benches, 6 no.
6. paintings and sculptures,
7. Dustbins, 6 no.
8. Dhamma hall. 1 no. for 50 person
Myanmar Buddhist pagoda 1. Façade lights,
3. Dustbins, 6 n0.
4. flood lights for general area
5. sitting spaces around trees 2 no
6. CC benches, 6 no.
8. R O drinking water facility,
9. Locker rooms 1 no.
10. façade treatment of boundary wall, 200 m
11. Landscaping.
Mahabodhi Pustakalaya and Maha 1. Façade lighting,
Samna Buddha Vihar 2. façade treatment of boundary wall, 200 m
3. Dustbins, 6 no.
4. Toilet block ( 4 M + 4 F + 1 Handicap + Child care)
5. CC benches, 6 no.
6. landscaping,

8.1 Sri Lankan Buddhist Vihar
Image 1 Facade lights

Image 2 Tourist Facilities

8.2 Dhamma Loko Buddhist Vihar

Image 4 Tourist Facility

8.3 Japan Buddhist temple
DHAMMA HALL


Image 6 tourist facility

8.4 Myanmar Buddhist pagoda
LOCKER ROOM



8.5 Mahabodhi Pustakalaya and Maha Samna Buddha Vihar
Image 9 facade lights Image 10 tourist facility


COST ESTIMATES

CHAPTER 9 Summary Sheet
Buddha Vihar Total cost (Rs.)

Sri Lankan Buddhist Vihar 10347759.70
Dhamma Loko Buddhist Vihar 11303039.70
Japan Buddhist temple 28343441.37
Myanmar Buddhist pagoda 25886400.85
Mahabodhi Pustakalaya and Maha Samna Buddha Vihar 11091710.63
TOTAL 86973352.25

9.1 Sri Lankan Buddhist Vihar
1. BOQ for façade illumination


2. BOQ for Flood lights for boundary walls

9.2 Dhamma loko Buddha Vihar
1. BOQ for façade illumination

2. BOQ for flood lights for boundary wall


9.3 Japan Buddhist temple
1. BOQ for Façade Illumination


2. BOQ for proposed boundary wall


3. BOQ for proposed gated complex



4. Detail of measurement of gated complex





5. Detail of measurement For proposed boundary wall


9.4 Myanmar Buddhist Pagoda
1. BOQ of façade illumination


2. Bill of quantity for Proposed Boundary wall



3. Detail of Measurement for boundary wall


9.5 Mahabodhi Pushtakalaya and Maha Samna Buddha Vihar
1. BOQ for Façade illumination


2. Detail of measurement for proposed boundary wall


1. BOQ of Horticulture and Landscaping proposed at monasteries (Common for all)



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Planning and designing of tourism facilities at Buddhist

monasteries located in Sankisa, U.P.

CHAPTER 2 Historical Background

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CHAPTER 3 Local and Regional Settings

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Map 2 Location of Sankisa

Map 3 Geographical location

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3.4 Local setting

Map 4 Site Analysis

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3.5 Culture Significance

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Map 5 Identified ancient Pradikshna Path

3.6 International & National Footfall in Sankisa

Domestic Foreign Total Pop Linear (Total Pop)

Figure 2 footfall data

CHAPTER 4 Site Analysis

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Dhamma Loko Buddhist

Map 6 site analysis

4.1 Site Connectivity

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Map 8 Site connectivity

4.2 Site Details

Site surroundings and activities around the site – residences, shops,temples.

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4.3 Buddhist sites

1) Sri Lankan Buddhist Vihar

Figure 3 Sri Lankan Buddha Vihar

Condition of Existing facilities:

S.no Exiting Facility & Amenities Yes/No Conditions Remark

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16 Submersible pump Yes Good

2) Dhamma Loko Buddha Vihar

Figure 4 Dhamma Loko Buddha Vihar

Condition of Existing facilities:

S.no Exiting Facility & Amenities Yes/No Conditions Remark

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15 Drainages yes Bad

3) Mahabodhi Pustakalaya and Maha Samna Buddha Vihar

Figure 5 Mahabodhi Pustakalaya and Vihar

Condition of Existing facilities:

S.no Exiting Facility & Amenities Yes/No Conditions Remark

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4) Japan Buddhist Temple

Figure 6 Japan Buddha temple

Condition of Existing facilities:

S.no Exiting Facility & Amenities Yes/No Conditions Remark

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5) Myanmar Buddhist pagoda

Figure 7 Myanmar Buddhist Pagoda

Condition of Existing facilities:

S.no Exiting Facility & Amenities Yes/No Conditions Remark

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17 Storage Tank Yes Good

Site condition outside the Monasteries

Figure 8 Site Condition

4.4 Survey Analysis

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CHAPTER 5 Key observations

CHAPTER 6 Issues and constraints

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