The park was inaugurated to mark the 2554th anniversary of the Buddha's enlightenment.
The site was previously the location of the historic Bankipur Central Jail, which was demolished to accommodate the park.
The central stupa is designed to be earthquake-resistant.
The relics preserved within the stupa were gifted by Buddhist spiritual leaders from multiple nations.
The park features a dedicated Bodhi tree sapling that was planted by the 14th Dalai Lama during the opening ceremony.
The museum inside the park houses a collection of artifacts that illustrate the evolution of Buddhism in India.
Buddha Smriti Park is a significant urban memorial park in Patna dedicated to the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha. The centerpiece is the Patliputra Karuna Stupa, a 200-foot-tall structure that houses sacred Buddhist relics from various countries including Japan, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. Inaugurated by the Dalai Lama in 2010, the park spans 22 acres on the site of the former Bankipur Central Jail. The design includes a meditation hall, a museum detailing the history of Buddhism, and a Bodhi tree sapling propagated from the original tree in Bodh Gaya. Lush landscaping, water fountains, and manicured lawns create a stark contrast to the surrounding dense urban core of Fraser Road. It remains one of the largest public green spaces in the city center.
The reflection of the white Patliputra Karuna Stupa in the surrounding water body.
Visit during the late afternoon to see the central stupa illuminated after sunset.
Carry a valid photo ID as it may be required for entry verification.
Wear slip-on shoes to make entering and exiting the meditation halls and sacred areas more convenient.
Do not visit during the mid-afternoon peak of summer due to lack of shade in open areas.
Closed on Mondays.
Maintain silence inside the meditation halls; remove footwear before entering the Stupa and prayer areas.
