A Buddha Stupa is a dome-shaped structure that serves as a Buddhist shrine. It typically contains relics, such as remains of the Buddha or other important figures in Buddhism, and is used for meditation and worship. Stupas are often adorned with intricate carvings and symbols that represent various aspects of Buddhist teachings. These structures originated in ancient India and have spread throughout Asia, evolving in design and significance. A stupa usually has a circular base, a dome, and a spire, symbolizing the path to enlightenment. They are important pilgrimage sites for Buddhists, who walk around them in a ritual known as circumambulation.