Bodh gaya Tourism Bodhgaya, Mahabodhi, Uruvela, Sambodhi, Vajrasana

About Bodh gaya

Bodhgaya is one of the most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage destinations and is renowned worldwide as the place where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. Located at the banks of River Niranjana in the Gaya district of the state of Bihar, Bodhgaya is a small township covering an area of 91.94 sq. km. The holy city of Bodhgaya is known for the famous Bodhi tree, a large fig tree under which prince Gautam attained supreme knowledge to become Lord Buddha, the ‘Enlighted One’. It is here that after wandering about for years in search of truth, a prince raised his consciousness and attained enlightenment in Bodhgaya.

The most important attraction in Bodhgaya is the magnificent Mahabodhi Temple that stands majestically as an architectural amalgamation of bygone centuries and rich cultures of ancient India. The footprints of Buddha have been carved in stone under the tree platform. Bodhgaya is renowned worldwide as the most significant pilgrimage sites among the four sites dedicated to Lord Buddha named Lumbini, Sarnath and Kushinagar.

About 13 km from this holy place, the sacred town of Gaya is situated which is an important Hindy pilgrimage centre where a number of people offer oblations for the peace and salvation of their dead forefathers. There are various religious and historical attractions in Bodhgaya that showcase the ancient heritage and culture during the period of Buddha and great Ashoka. Soaked into the deep serenity of peace and enlightenment, Bodhgaya is the ultimate destinations for the people wandering about in quest of unearthing spirituality to its roots. So come to this holy town of Buddha and experience the true religious sanctity of this place.