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About Bodhgaya Tourism
An important city of Hindu pilgrimage, Bodh Gaya, is at a distance of 7miles from Gaya.
Of the four sacred pilgrimage sites of Buddhism, this is said to be the
second most revered, since Buddha attained enlightenment here. Bodhgaya also happens to be an archaeologist's paradise, with recent excavations tracing it back to the Neolithic Age of 2,500 BC.
Sightseeing:
The MahabodhiTemple
is a famous temple standing tall at 54 mts. A UNESCO World Heritage
Site, this temple has been renovated over the years. It enshrines a
large golden Buddha, and is encompassed by an ancient railing, dating
back to 100 BC.See also the famous Bodhi Tree where Buddha is said to have attained enlightenment, and the Vajrasanaor
throne, where Buddha sat.
Overview of the destination Excellent place for a peaceful afternoon. Buddhist monks and foreigner tourists all over the place. Suddenly you feel very relaxed and very calm after visiting
Food, sight-seeing and shopping Not many. You can try Hotel Sujata's restaurant. It is better amongst the few options available. When in Gaya town, visit Mangla Gowri temple, Vishnupad
BodhGaya - Place of Enlightenment - BodhGaya is the place where Gautama Buddha attained supreme Enlightenment. It is a place which should be visited or seen by a person of devotion.
BodhGaya Travel Blog - BodhGaya is the proud home of Buddhism. It is where Siddhartha Gautama reached enlightenment underneath a pipal (fig) tree.
Official Websites
Bihar Tourism - Bihar Tourism Government portal - Official website of Dept. of Tourism, covers Places of Interest in Bihar, Culture in Bihar and Tourism in Bihar.
BodhGaya Photographs - Photographs of Bodh Gaya, where Prince Gautama Siddhartha meditated his way to enlightenment, to become the Lord Buddha.
Travel Guide - Bodhgaya travel information, best time to visit in Bodhgaya, Bodhgaya tour guide, Bodhgaya travel package, history of Bodhgaya, festivals bodhgaya etc.,
