Matha Kuar Shrine — Attraction in Uttar Pradesh

In Mathakuar temple, there is a colossal Statue of Buddha seated under the Bodhi tree (3.05 mts. in height) carved out of one block of blue stone of Gaya Region, in Bhumi Sparsh Mudra, a posture showing him touching the earth is installed in the temple. It is locally known as Mathakuar. The figure symbolizes the supreme moment in Buddha’s life, just before he became the enlightened one. It is believed that Buddha gave his last sermon here. In 1876 the statue was found broken with two pieces and was restored later. The present temple was built in 1927, by donations from the devotees. There are remains of a vihar which have also been excavated in the adjacent area of the shrine. It is likely that Chinese traveller Hiuen Tsang during his prolonged ten year stay in India may have visited this place...

Matha Kuar Mandir in Kushinagar is a historically rich and peaceful site, featuring a remarkable ancient stone statue of Lord Buddha. This statue, believed to date back to the 10th century, portrays Buddha in a meditative posture, which has long inspired pilgrims and visitors seeking a tranquil experience.

Fact by being a local : a theft involving the statue’s hand. Some people assumed it to be made of gold due to its shine and appearance. This unfortunate incident has been upsetting for many, as it’s not only a loss of a part of the statue but also a blow to the heritage of this...

The Matha Kuar shrine has a statue of Buddha dating back to the 10th century. This 3 m high statue is said to have been built of a single stone. The statue at the temple depicts Lord Buddha in a Bhumi Sparsh Mudra. It also shows Buddha sitting under the Bodhi Tree, which symbolically represents ‘the Enlightenment of Buddha'.

The statue also bears an inscription that is largely illegible, but surely indicates the date of its construction to 10th or 11th century.It is also believed that the Buddha delivered his last sermon...