Revisiting the sarnath buddhist site with the help of remote sensing & GIS

Remote sensing and GIS reveal the archaeological extent of Sarnath, an ancient Buddhist site and UNESCO tentative heritage candidate, showing significant impact from modern development. The study identifies the original boundaries of the site, which dates back to the Maurya period and includes remains from later eras like Shunga, Gupta, Rajput, and Mughal. By analyzing spatial data, researchers demonstrate how these technologies can contextualize visible ruins within their historical landscape, offering insights into Sarnath's past as a thriving Buddhist monastery destroyed in 1194 AD. The findings highlight the potential for remote sensing and GIS to preserve and interpret archaeological sites amid urban encroachment.

(Ed.). (2023). Revisiting the sarnath buddhist site with the help of remote sensing & GIS. Bharatiya Vaigyanik Evam Audyogik Anusandhan Patrika, 31(1). https://doi.org/10.56042/bvaap.v31i1.2729