The stupa itself is a symbol of the Buddha, and more accurately, of his enlightened mind and presence. … The mound itself is said to represent the form of the seated Buddha, meditating and striving towards enlightenment. Finally, the spire represents enlightenment itself, the pinnacle of Buddhist achievement.

What is a stupa Class 9?

Answer: The Stupa is a semi-spherical solid dome-like structure made of unburnt bricks and stones.

Where is a stupa?

Great Stupa, the most noteworthy of the structures at the historic site of Sanchi in Madhya Pradesh state, India. It is one of the oldest Buddhist monuments in the country and the largest stupa at the site.