Sarnath is famous for the magnificent Ashokan pillar which has four lions carved back-to-back. The Ashokan pillar is adopted by Indian constitution as our national emblem called Ashoka Chakra.

The Ashoka Chakra, derived from the Lion Capital of Ashoka at Sarnath, reiterates the principles of justice and righteousness. Also Read | What is the Significance of Republic Day in India?

The Ashoka Chakra symbolises the ‘wheel of Dharma (religion) or law’ in Buddhism. Ashoka built Sarnath back in 250 BC and the pillar was known as Ashok Stambh. Below Ashoka Stambh, there are ...