Shravasti district
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Shravasti is one of the districts of the Uttar Pradesh in India and Bhinga town is district headquarters.
Location
Shravasti, the north-eastern town of Uttar Pradesh, is located near the West Rapti River.
Origin of the name
Jat clans
History
This town is closely associated with the life of Gautama Buddha. Age-old stupas, majestic viharas and several temples near the village of "Sahet-Mahet" establish Buddha's association with Shravasti. Shravasti was the capital of the Kosala Kingdom during his reign.