bodhgaya for travel

• 1 Understand
• 2.1 By plane
• 2.3 By train
• 3.2 By foot
• 8.2 Alcohol
• 9.1 Monasteries
• 9.3 Mid-range
• 9.4 Splurge
• 10.1 Internet
• 11.1 Temples
• 11.2 Sacred cow doctrine
• 11.3 Beggars

Bodh Gaya [dead link] is a town in the state of Bihar . It was the site of the Buddha Shakyamuni's enlightenment, and is the most revered of all Buddhist sacred sites and is part of the Buddhist Circuit .

The main temple complex houses the famous Mahabodhi temple/stupa and a descendant of the original Bodhi Tree under which the Buddha gained enlightenment. There are also temples or monasteries from many other nations with a Buddhist tradition such as Thailand , Tibet and Japan .

The town is a popular spot for tourists from across the Buddhist world. Consequently, a large tourist industry has sprung up along with huge numbers of unscrupulous hustlers, scammers, and beggars, but strict security ensures that that those who indulge in these activities do not disturb the atmosphere inside the stupa compound.

Understand [ edit ]

The man who became the Buddha was born in Lumbini , now in Nepal. He was the son of the local ruler, raised in some luxury and well-educated by the standards of the place and time. As a young man he became a seeker of knowledge, giving up luxuries, travelling a good deal, and learning from several teachers. Bodh Gaya is where he achieved enlightenment while meditating under a tree.

Get in [ edit ]

By plane [ edit ].

The nearest airport is at Gaya (10 km) - Druk Air flies from Paro once a week from November to March. Thai Airways flies to Gaya daily. Air India flies from several destinations including Kolkata and Delhi .

Alternatively, you may take a flight to Patna Airport (110 km away) and take a train or a taxi to Bodh Gaya as Patna has multiple daily direct flights to Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai.

By car [ edit ]

The road from Patna to Bodh Gaya is very rough and narrow, making the three-hour journey feel much longer.

By train [ edit ]

The nearest railway station is Gaya, 16 km away. From there you can take a bus or a three-wheel taxi (rickshaw) to Bodh Gaya. Rickshaw prices are variable, but the going rate was ₹20 for shared ride or ₹150 for entire rickshaw no matter what time of the day in April 2015. There is rarely a shortage of rickshaws.

The train from Patna to Gaya costs ₹25 for passenger train and ₹50 for express non-reserved seat. The fastest express trains in the early morning take about two and half hours and slow passenger trains take about four hours, which is still comparable to buses. Trains leave one to two hour interval.

Best train travel from Kolkata is about 8 hours; from Delhi, about 15 hours (2nd class air con costs ₹161 - book upstairs at Gaya station then pay downstairs at window 29).

The Bodh Gaya train booking office is located opposite the Bank of India (just past the Thai Temple - about 1km from the centre of town)

By bus [ edit ]

• Bihar State Tourist Development Corporation , ☏ +91 612 225411 . runs seasonal deluxe bus services to and from Patna.  

Departing from:

• Kolkata . Daily 4:30 (Sri Ram Travels - non-A/C sleeper), 5PM (Maharani Express - A/C sleeper), 7PM Bengal Tiger - A/C sleeper). Respectively, ₹450, ₹650, ₹1,100. 11-12 hours.
• Siliguri . Daily, 3PM from Siliguri Bus Station (Jay Jagdambey Bus Company - A/C sleeper). ₹699. Approx 17 hours. .

Private buses leave in the morning from Varanasi , Nalanda , and Rajgir . In addition, from November to March, special services ply the route from Phuentsholing through Siliguri .

Get around [ edit ]

By far the most convenient way to get around Bodh Gaya are the auto-rickshaws, cycle-rickshaws, and tourist taxis. As always, make sure to bargain and agree on a price before setting out on the trip. The costs are usually quite low; a few rupees will likely get you most places in the city.

By foot [ edit ]

Bodh Gaya is very walkable. Most of the major destinations and are within 2 km (about a half-hour walk) from the Mahabdohi Temple complex. There are lots of pilgrims visiting for much of the year, so the streets will have people in them.

See [ edit ]

Most temples open from 6AM to sunset and close between noon and 2PM.

• Bodhi Tree : During the first week, the Buddha remained under the Bodhi tree. A descendant of this tree can be seen on the western side of the temple today.
• Animeshlocha Stupa : During the second week, the Buddha sat in a spot and stared at the Bodhi tree. This spot is now the Animeshlocha Stupa , or "unblinking stupa," where a statue of Buddha sits staring at the tree in the northern part of the temple.
• Ratnachakrama : During the third week, the Buddha paced back and forth between the tree and the stupa. This path is marked by the Ratnachakrama (Jewelled Ambulatory), which is near the north wall of the main temple. Lotuses sprang up from where he walked, and today, there are raised stone lotuses marking his steps.
• Ratnaghar Chaitya : This is the spot where Buddha spent the fourth week, to the northeastern part of the temple.
• Ajapala Nigrodh Pillar : The Buddha spent the fifth week meditating and answering the questions of the Brahmans under the Ajapala Nigrodh tree, a spot which is commemorated with a large pillar, on the central path past the east entrance.
• Lotus Pond : The Buddha spent the sixth week next to the Lotus Pond, to the south of the main complex.
• Rajyatana Tree : The seventh and final week was spent under the Rajyatana Tree, whose spot is marked in the southeastern corner of the temple with an actual tree.
• 24.694868 84.987522 2 Archaeological Museum ( Oppos. Jaiprakash Park ). Sa-Th . ₹10 .  
• 24.697134 84.991138 3 Bodhgaya Multimedia Museum ( next to the Mahabodhi Temple ), ☏ +91 99778545 . Open daily . Museum provides the historical and geographical context for the life of Buddha through a set of multimedia films and 3D animation movie.  
• Gandhen Phelgye Ling Monastery ( Namgyal Monastery, Bodh Gaya ). A monastery with close ties to the Dalai Lama.  

• 24.690545 84.98181 4 The Great Buddha Statue ( The 80-foot Buddha Statue ), Great Buddha Statue Road, Bodh Gaya , ☏ +91 631-2200-747 , fax : +91 631-2200-407 , [email protected] . 7AM-noon, 2-6PM (5:30PM in winter) . This statue is also called the "80-foot Buddha Statue" due to its impressive 25-metre height. Constructed by the nearby Daijokyo Buddhist Temple in 1989, the spectacular statue attracts pilgrims and tourists alike. Note: the contact information is for the Daijokyo Temple, which operates the statue.  
• 24.691141 84.984209 5 Japanese Temple ( Indosan Nipponji ), Temple Road , ☏ +91 2200743 . 5AM-noon, 2-6PM . A beautiful temple with a calm garden. Great place to meditate.  
• Karma Dhargye Chokhorling Monastery . Beru Khyentse Rinpoche  
• Phowa Center . Choeje Ayang Rinpoche  
• 24.696384 84.987211 6 Taiwanese Temple ( World Changhwa Buddhist Sangha ). A peaceful temple that also serves as a great example of Chinese architecture. A short walk from Mahabodhi.  
• Tergar Monastery . Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche  
• 24.694171 84.98499 7 Thai Monastery , Mastipur , ☏ +91 99312 79251 .  

Do [ edit ]

Bodh Gaya is essentially a pilgrimage destination for Buddhists and all of its main attractions are related to this. The subsidiary tourist industry that has grown up around it (shopping, eating, and accommodation) is not really the main attraction. However, there are a number of shops in the main town that specialize in cheap souvenirs that are specific to Bodh Gaya, which may be of interest to some pilgrims.

The main activity for pilgrims is to circumambulate the stupa and to practice meditation under the bodhi tree. Non-Buddhists may just savour the peaceful and refined atmosphere in and around the stupa. The lighting that was installed in 2020 has brought an especially warm and serene ambience to the main site, making the evening a good time to time to walk around the stupa or to just sit quietly under the tree.

• Kagyu Monlam Chenmo . In late December and early January (it corresponds to the fourth through eleventh days of the first month on the Tibetan calendar), a large prayer festival (Monlam) takes place. ( updated Jun 2015 )
• Nyingma Monlam Chenmo . Prayer festival, January/February ( updated Jun 2015 )
• Siddhartha Festival . A bi-annual event held in October or November, The festival aims to celebrate the life and teachings of the Buddha. Conducted under the auspices of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche. ( updated Nov 2018 )

Learn [ edit ]

While there is plenty to learn from just walking around in Bodh Gaya, there are some institutions that offer instruction specifically geared toward travellers and pilgrims.

• 24.692596 84.976058 1 Root Institute , ☏ +91 631 220 0714 . Office hours: 8:30-11:30AM, 1:30-4:30PM . The Root Institute is a Buddhist spiritual institute which offers courses for travellers wishing to learn more about Mahayana Buddhism as well as the culture and wisdom of India. Courses last anywhere from a few days to a few weeks and a list of the dates they offer courses can be found here .  

Eat [ edit ]

Many restaurants and cafes are seasonal, and so from the beginning of April untito the end of September many of the places listed will be closed.

• 24.698728 84.993681 1 Bowl of Compassion Cafe , Bodhgaya ( Opposite the police station ). 10AM-11PM . Newly set-up restaurant serving delicious Indian and international cuisine, with connections to the nearby Bowl of Compassion NGO. Patrons can choose special "Compassion meals", where the extra money goes towards helping the poor of the Tikha Bigha Village. Volunteers welcome. ₹20-100 .  
• 24.697469 84.989674 2 Fujia Green ( a little out of the way around the south side of the sports oval ). The Japanese options are surprisingly good (although not authentic). Big portions. ₹30-120 .  
• 24.699757 84.989982 3 Hari Om Cafe , ☏ +92 72 50 956999 , [email protected] . Very cute cafe that offers a variety of food (they advertise themselves as offering "American (New), Chinese, Indian/Pakistani, Japanese and Thai"). Very inexpensive as well. Also offers free Wi-Fi. ( updated Jun 2015 )
• 24.697644 84.989717 4 Lotus Restaurant , ☏ +91 78 70 000034 . Next to Fujia Green restaurant. A nice place with a lot of Indian options. Fairly inexpensive. ( updated Jun 2015 )
• 24.696445 84.989726 5 Mahayama Restaurant , ☏ +91 631 220 0221 , [email protected] . Breakfast 6-11AM, lunch 11AM-3PM, dinner 5-11PM . A restaurant inside Hotel Mahayama (but open to non-guests). Offers good food and is extremely close to the temple complex (~2 minutes walking). ( updated Jun 2015 )
• 24.697857 84.987498 6 Mohammed's Restaurant , Birla Dharamshala Rd , ☏ +91 94312 89084 . Lovely restaurant with food options from a variety of countries. Good Wi-Fi and a fun atmosphere. ( updated Jun 2015 )
• 24.696405 84.987732 7 Samim Thai Restaurant , ☏ +91 88 04 623766 , [email protected] . Fairly good Thai food for very good prices. Not authentic Thai, but still pretty good. Very close to Mahabodhi Temple. ₹130-350 . ( updated Jun 2015 )
• 24.698561 84.990517 8 Tibet Om Cafe , Inside Namgyal Monastery court yard gate , ☏ +91 72779 40832 . Excellent pastries, specializes in Tibetan dishes. ₹30-100 .  

Drink [ edit ]

Coffee [ edit ].

• 24.697896 84.988168 9 Be Happy Cafe , Kalachakra Ground ( Behind Namgyal Monastery - follow signs ), ☏ +91 87971 18390 . A cosy cafe run by a Canadian woman. The cafe specializes in thin crust pizzas, Italian pastas, sandwiches in thick bread, freshly made cakes, homemade granola for breakfast and a variety of coffees. Shaded terrace seating among flowers.  
• 24.697896 84.988168 10 Kirti Guesthouse Cafe , Main town , ☏ +91 631 220 0744 . A simple cafe with good coffee. Excellent breakfasts. Outdoor seating.  

Alcohol [ edit ]

While there are no alcohol outlets in Bodh Gaya, hotels and guesthouses serve beer (₹100-150), provided it is drunk indoors out of public view.

Sleep [ edit ]

Monasteries [ edit ].

Monastery guest houses offer a cheap alternative to hotels, though guests are expected to adhere to their house rules. They do not charge fixed nightly rates, but instead accept donations (ask other guests for the going rate). There is a whole string of guesthouses just opposite the park from the Mahabodhi Temple. All pretty much the same well maintained with restaurants on the ground floor at around ₹200 a single. Another group of mostly simple guesthouses is north of Kalachakra Maidan.

• 24.692252 84.984417 1 Bhutan Monastery . Pleasant but basic single and family rooms, some with private bathroom  
• 24.70185 84.993303 2 Burmese Vihara , Gaya Road . Very basic accommodation. The Vihara exists mainly to cater to groups of Burmese pilgrims, but there are often rooms available for others. Rules are posted prominently. Food service is only for those arriving in groups, and by prior arrangement.  
• 24.696938 84.989912 3 Maha Bodhi Society of India ( Sri Lankan Temple ), Bodhgaya , ☏ +91 7484880598 , toll-free: +91 6312200742 , [email protected] . Check-in: noon , check-out: noon . Private rooms and dorms available. 5 min walk from Mahabodhi Temple. Clean and comfortable. Observe rules and respect for the temple. Join them for daily Puja sessions (40 min) in the morning and evening. ( updated Aug 2016 )
• Sakya Monastery Guesthouse , Mastipur Village (Near Bhutan Monastery) , ☏ +91 631 2200770 . Clean, simple, friendly, peaceful and calm environment.  
• 24.694598 84.982595 4 Siddhartha Vihar , Bihar Tourist Complex , ☏ +91 631 220-0445 . Simple, but comfortable rooms.  
• Shechen Guesthouse , Main town , ☏ +91 631 220 0650 . Cosy twin bed rooms. Some with shared bathroom. Others with private bathroom. Quiet and centrally located.  
• Taiwan Temple , ☏ +91 2200503 . A pleasant guesthouse in a convenient location. ( updated Nov 2018 )

Budget [ edit ]

• 24.70124 84.976995 5 Kundan Bazar Guest House , Bhagalpur Village ( near Old Vietnam Temple ), ☏ +91 6312200049 , [email protected] . Single rooms to full-service apartments, bike rentals, internet cafe, book, gift, and clothing shop, snooker bar, self-service kitchen, laundry facility, tour packages, and more  
• 24.700184 84.989897 6 Rahul Guesthouse ( Less than 100 m north of Kalachakra Maidan. ). Check-out: Noon . Amazingly clean rooms, with medium customer service. Some rooms have access to common balconies. Single from ₹200, Double from ₹250 .  
• 24.702063 84.994092 7 Rainbow Guesthouse , next to Burmese Vihara on Gaya Road , ☏ +91 94312 80810 . Basic rooms, are cleaned more thoroughly on request, friendly and reliable staff. ₹1000-1500 .  
• 24.696453 84.989447 8 Welcome Guest House , 2 mins walk from Tamplenear Mahabodhi Temple ( opp-jayprakash prak ), ☏ +91 631 2200377 , [email protected] . Check-out: Noon . Welcome Guest House offers cheap and pleasant rooms in the center of town.  

Mid-range [ edit ]

• 24.69311 84.985794 9 Hotel Sujata , Buddha Marg , ☏ +91 631 220 0481 , fax : +91 631 220-0511 , [email protected] . Clean environment and good restaurant. ₹5000-7200 .  
• Marasa Sarovar Premiere , Ward No 5, Newataur, Newtapu , ☏ +91 631 220 0222 , fax : +91 631 220-0181 . Stylish rooms. Outdoor swimming people.International restaurant. ₹6000-8500 .  
• 24.696425 84.973719 10 Royal Residency , Domuhan Road , ☏ +91 631 220-0124 , fax : +91 631 220-0181 . Comfortable rooms with Japanese style same-sex communal hot tub. Two-story building with acceptable quality and services. Dining facilities are good. ₹6000-8500 .  

Splurge [ edit ]

• Sambodhi Retreat , Hathiyar , ☏ +91 74885 35210 , [email protected] . Spacious and elegant rooms. Individual cabins. Outdoor pool. International cuisine. Verdant garden. ₹14,000 plus .  

Connect [ edit ]

Internet [ edit ].

Many of the restaurants listed in the "Eat" section provide free WiFi.

Respect [ edit ]

Temples [ edit ].

As in many sacred places, you must take off your shoes before entering the inner parts of the main Mahabodhi Temple complex, as well as any of the monasteries around the area. In fact, due to this, it is recommend you wear sandals or shoes that are easy to slip on and off. A guideline more specific to Mahabodhi is to circumambulate the stupa and other sacred objects in a clock-wise direction. Although it should go without saying, do not climb onto statues, monuments and other sacred objects.

As it is a very religious town filled with pilgrims and monks, dressing modestly is a sign of respect. Loose-fitting clothing should suffice.

Sacred cow doctrine [ edit ]

As India is the home of the sacred cow doctrine, seeing cows wandering the streets of Bodh Gaya is not an uncommon sight. It is illegal to strike or otherwise offend cows, so refrain from doing this. Furthermore, be sure drivers of any rickshaws you are in are cautious, as hitting a cow with a vehicle is a very serious crime. Foreigners have been fined heavily for these offences.

Beggars [ edit ]

For a non-Indian it is almost impossible to walk twenty meters in the streets without being accosted. Riksha- Wallahs and the hordes of beggars , particularly the groups of children sent to beg instead of going to school, are much more persistent than in other places.

Go next [ edit ]

• Deo , Bihar – Visit this place for a glimpse of Famous Sun Temple.
• Kolkata - The cultural capital of north east India. 11-13 hours by bus or train.
• Nalanda – This Buddhist university was established in 450CE. There are extensive ruins, but no inhabitants. Nalanda Museum is open 10AM-5PM daily except Friday. Shared jeeps plying the route between Rajgir and Bihar Sharif make a stop at the turnoff for Nalanda. Rickshaws and other vehicles are available from there to the main gate, a distance of 2 km. PWD operates a guest house near the gate.
• Patna - 130 km by road, deluxe buses for Patna available from BSTDC (enquiry phone No. +91 631 220 0672) Bodhgaya Hotel (7AM, 2PM daily). Local and express trains from Gaya Junction.
• Rajgir – The site of Gridhakuta (Vulture's Peak), where the Buddha stayed and gave teachings on the Mahayana (the second turning of the wheel), and Venuvana, the first Buddhist monastery. Rajgir is also an area known for its hot springs, which are open to the public. There are daily bus tours that depart from behind the Birla temple (close to Cafe OM) and cover Rajgir, Nalanda and around 10 to 12 other interesting sights on the way. These buses leave at around 8AM and return at 7PM. Be ready for a really bumpy ride, which is well worth the effort. Charges are surprisingly low. If you ask any travel agent within Bodh Gaya about this, they will most likely not tell you about this cheap option. It is preferable to book your tickets a day in advance, as at times there are large groups of pilgrims. If you want to venture out on your own, there is an option of changing buses at Bihar Sharif.
• Sarnath : Sarnath is another of the four main pilgrimage sites in Buddhism. It is a suburb of the holy city of Varanasi .
• Siliguri - One of India's most liberal cities. Gateway to Darjeeling , Sikkim , Bhutan , and North-East India Buses at 1PM (Jai-Jagdamba Travels) and 3PM (Sameer Travels). Journey takes around 17 hours.
• Varanasi - buses at 6AM (local bus - 7-8 hours) and 4PM (A/C bus - around 6 hours) - Jai-Jagdamba Travels.

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Bodh Gaya is a pilgrimage destination and religious site connected to the Mahabodhi Temple Complex in the Gaya district in the Indian state of Bihar.

The world’s most significant Buddhist pilgrimage site in Bodh Gaya. Lord Buddha attained enlightenment here in the Indian state of Bihar while meditating for a long time under a Bodhi tree. The large Mahabodhi temple complex now serves as a marker for the precise location. Monks from all over the world can be seen sitting at the base of a sizable carved Buddha statue, reading sacred texts, and engaging in intense meditation. Numerous Buddhist monasteries that are maintained by various Buddhist nations may also be found in the town. Each year, more people travel to Bodh Gaya.

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How to Visit Bodhgaya [One day Itinerary for exploring Bodhgaya]

Bodhgaya is where Prince Siddartha gained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree.  It’s where he became Buddha some 2600 years ago.  Each year Tibetan pilgrims come from Dharamsala.  The Dalai Lama often visits in January.  We didn’t make it until March and most of the adventure was the journey.  Here’s a one day itinerary for exploring the birthplace of Buddhism in India, Bodhgaya.

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How to Get to Bodhgaya

We arrived in Gaya this morning after another overnight train.  We’ve come from Varanasi.  We’re now in the state of Bihar.    Gaya is the closest town to Bodhgaya with a train station.  It’s our only day here and we’re late by about an hour.

EASIEST WAY TO VISIT

Take a Tour of the Temples of Bodhgaya

• Visit Mahabodhi temple & The Bodhi tree
• Visit Sujata Kutir, Niranjana River, Dungeswari Cave
• Enjoy the knowledge and expertise of a local guide about Buddhist Circuit

The cloakroom is as far away from the station entrance as could be and is also the outward parcel room.  It’s obvious by how they’re ignoring us that they don’t get much business and that no one wants to deal with the western visitors.  Regardless, we make up the usual information that they need and hand over our “must be padlocked” backpacks.

Gaya is seriously LOUD.

And then we step out into the noisiest place we have been to.  PERIOD.  Wow.

Before we came to India, I told Nige that the road noise would be much, much worse than any country we’ve been to.  And it’s true, but Gaya.  Gaya takes the biscuit.  This is loud with a capital LOUD.

How to Go from Gaya to Bodhgaya

We’re here long enough to pick up an auto for 150 INR to Bodhgaya, 13 kilometers away.  We negotiate our driver, who we’ll call “Nutter” down from 200 INR, allowing him to take on folks en route.  They’ll sit in the front with him, rather than it just being the two of us.

Nutter is a nutter pyscho auto-rickshaw driver.  He’s the one who creates spaces where there are none.  He’s the one who argues with the traffic police.  The one who pulls into a crowded junction to block it more.  The one who accelerates towards the bumps in the road.  Yes, he did do all of this.  One of his front seat passengers escapes paying with some chewing tobacco.  We escape with our lives some 40 minutes later.

Why You Should Visit Bodhgaya

We’re in Bodhgaya, because this is where the Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree. Our explorations in India along Buddhist lines also took us to Sanchi, which was incredible (read about it here )  The original Bodhi tree might no longer be here, but a cutting obtained from the Bodhi Tree in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, now grows here.  The original tree was killed by the jealous wife of King Ashoka, but it grew again.  It was also cut down several more times, but each time a new tree replaced it.

Bodhgaya is to Buddhists what Mecca is to Muslims and what Rome is to Catholics.  The Mahabodhi Temple is where we head to first.  This temple is next to the Bodhi Tree and while there is no charge to enter, there is charge for cameras of 100 INR.

This is also where we meet Indian policies.  Head on.

Mahabodhi Temple Entrance Policies

As you head towards the entrance of the Mahabodhi temple, there’s a (free) shoe check, a (free) bag check, a (free) mobile phone check and a BUY CAMERA TICKETS booth.

First of all, don’t leave your shoes here, it means that you get to walk about 5 minutes over hot, hot, hot tarmac and concrete and you don’t need to.

Secondly don’t check your bag.  Or your mobile phone.  You don’t need to.   Unless you don’t want to pay a 100 INR camera fee.  If you take your phone or your bag with you, you’ll have to pay the camera fee.

You’ll go through two security checks (men and women separate).  These checks are NOT for the additional security that was put in place following the 2013 explosions here, rather, they’re now blatant revenue opportunities.

The security staff are checking for mobile phones, cameras, laptops and iPads.  Anything that will take a photo. If they find one they will send you back to buy a ticket or to check your bag.    So if you don’t want to take photos leave the camera/phone somewhere else (or stick it down your pants like I did in Delhi at the Jama Masjid) or cough up the 100 INR fee.

I’ll end my rant by saying I have no issue at all with paying a fee, but for the right reasons.  If you want me to pay then give me the real reason.  Don’t hide it in a “security check”, because if your security check is not even checking the pockets on my trousers or two of the pockets on my day pack which hold a Swiss Army knife and other goodies, then I’ll call you out.  If your security is there for revenue generation at least be honest about it.

Willing some inner calm I manage to leave my aggravations at Indian bureaucracy at the gate (after security, where you should leave your shoes).

The Mahabodhi Temple Bodhgaya

We take the route around the temple, flipping the prayer wheels as we go.

It’s pleasant to sit in the shade and watching the pilgrims from Tibet sliding on their prayer mats in an endless adoration.

We enter the temple, which as is usual, is simple inside, but distinctive for having the floor washed with disinfectant.  I’m glad, as I have no cuts on my bare feet, but the folks in front do.  I leave with feet sparkling and smelling of bleach.

The Big Buddha of Bodhgaya

On our tourist pilgrimage route around Bodhgaya we stop at the Giant Buddha statue.  It’s 25 metres high and is in a meditation – or dhyana mudra – pose.  It took 12,000 masons seven years to complete and was consecrated in November 1989 by the Dalai Lama.

Other Buddhist Temples of Bodhgaya

Bodhgaya is a centre of spiritualism for Buddhists – and pilgrims from all over the world converge here – in March, there are lots of Tibetans and residents of Dharamsala here.  There are many Buddhist temples here, each built by a specific country and reflecting the design aesthetics of that country.

The Japanese Buddhist Temple of Bodhgaya

The Japanese Temple reflects the simplicity of Japanese architecture.  Open, clean, beautiful.

The Bhutanese Temple of Bodhgaya

A fabulously over the top mix of colour and imagery, this has us contemplating a visit to the country on the basis of a single temple.

The Thai Temple of Bodhgaya

The highlight of the temple visit has to be the tiger spotting when we visit the Thai temple.  While it wasn’t actually a tiger, but a friendly dog, it definitely didn’t look like paint, and he definitely prowled like a Tiger too.

Where to Eat in Bodhgaya

There are many places to eat in Bodhgaya.  We took advantage of the Tibetan pilgrims being in town.  Tibet Om is a temporary restaurant than opens from November to March each season.  We’re lucky this is their last day and we feast on veggie momos and Tibetan bread.

The family that runs this decamps from Dharamsala each year for several months and then packs up heads home again in late March.  It’s a cool respite from our temple trails.

Where to stay in Bodhgaya

There are some great places to stay in Bodhgaya– here’s our pick of the luxury places to stay in Bodhgaya, mid-range places to stay in Bodhgaya, and budget accommodation in Bodhgaya.

The Royal Residency, Bodhgaya: The Royal Residency Hotel is located near central Bodhgaya. The rooms at The Royal Residency feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels, air-conditioning, a private bathroom with a hot tub, a wardrobe, a kettle, a seating area, and views of the bustling city. Enjoy freshly brewed coffee at the in-house café along with snacks from the snack bar.  This luxury hotel option in Bodhgaya also has wellness facilities that offer fitness classes, yoga classes, and massages. This top hotel in Bodhgaya offers quality services and a great experience here in Bodhgaya. Check room rates and availability here.

Maya Heritage, Bodhgaya: The Maya Heritage Hotel is conveniently located in central Bodhgaya. Each room at this mid-range Bodhgaya hotel is equipped with a flat-screen TV, air-conditioning, a private bathroom, a seating area, soundproofing, and access to a WiFi connection. Enjoy continental breakfast at the on-site restaurant and good coffee at the in-house café. The Maya Heritage hotel is a fantastic well-priced place to stay when in Bodhgaya. See room rates and availability here.

Gaurav Guest House, Bodhgaya : The Gaurav Guest House is located near central Bodhgaya surrounded by the main attractions here. Rooms at this Bodhgaya guest house include a private bathroom with a bidet, bathrobes, and slippers, an in-room safe, a patio with a view of the garden, and air-conditioning. This guest house in Bodhgaya has an in-house café and; a kitchen space is also available with a dining table and an electric kettle. A WiFi connection is also available here. If you’re looking for budget-friendly accommodation while in Bodhgaya, Gaurav Guest House is the perfect place. Read more reviews and check rates and dates here.

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Final Words on Visiting Bodhgaya

Bodhgaya itself has a pleasant and restful feel – there are lots of places to eat and grab a coffee and there’s even wifi in a few places.  Before long, however, it’s time to hail an auto driver for 200 INR to return to the noise and dust of Gaya where our overnight train to Kolkata is of course running late.

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Complete guide to Bodh Gaya trip – How and what to do?

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The birthplace of Buddhism, Bodh Gaya is the most important pilgrimage destination for Buddhists from around the world. This is the very village, now in the Bihar state of India, where Siddhartha attained enlightenment under a Bodhi tree and transformed into “Buddha”. That very Bodhi tree has been embarked by the Mahabodhi Temple complex, which remains the major attraction for pilgrimages and tourists from around the world.

However, the whole village is now an abode to an endless array of small monasteries and temples, built by foreign Buddhist communities in their individual styles. This unique amalgamation of religion, diverse culture and interesting activities happening all throughout the year attracts devotees, backpackers as well as tourists from all around the world to Bodh Gaya. Here is a quick tour guide for people planning a visit to this tranquil village.

1) Best time to Visit Bodh Gaya attracts devotees all throughout the year. However, seeing from a traveler’s point of view, you can plan your visit to this place between the months of October to March , when the temperatures are quite decent. If you love cold weather, anywhere in between November to January would be the best time for you to visit this peaceful village.

Avoid planning a trip during the monsoon season which usually lasts from July to late August. Heavy rains, high humidity levels with a warm weather would definitely ruin your trip. You should also avoid planning your trip during the summers from April to June. The temperatures in the region go extremely high, touching up to 45 degrees Celsius. However, devotees still flood in Bodh Gaya during the Buddha Jayanti celebration which occurs in April or May.

2) How to Reach?

• By Air : The nearest airport to Bodh Gaya is the Gaya Airport, which is approximately 10 Kms from Bodh Gaya. However, there are very limited flights for this airport from major cities. You can also take a flight to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (Patna Airport) which is 110 kms. from the village and get onto a bus or a private cab from there to reach Bodh Gaya.
• By Train : The nearest train station from Bodh Gaya is the Gaya Railway Station. You can hop on a bus or hire a personal or shared auto rickshaw (3-wheeler) from there to reach Bodh Gaya. The Gaya Railway Station has good connectivity with New Delhi, Kolkata, Patna, Puri, Varanasi, and other major cities of Bihar.
• By Bus : There is a frequent bus service connecting Bodh Gaya with Patna. There are some private bus operators also who connect the village with Varanasi, Nalanda, Kolkata, and Bhutan.

3) Must Visit Places in Bodh Gaya:

• Mahabodhi Temple: The major attraction of Bodh Gaya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site , Mahabodhi Temple is the home to the Bodhi Tree under which Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. This very temple attracts millions of Buddhist and Hindu devotees from India as well as abroad, all throughout the year.

• Great Buddha Statue : Sitting 80 feet high , this giant Buddha statue , inaugurated in 1989, is another major attraction for tourists in Bodh Gaya. Built in Sandstone and Red Granite, this huge statue took 7 years to be constructed and was inaugurated by the 14th Dalai Lama.
• Thai Monastery : One of the most magnificent monasteries in the whole of Bodh Gaya, the Thai Monastery is famous for its 25 meters high Budha statue, sitting in the main prayer hall with intricately carved interiors. The monastery is also a perfect example of a traditional Thai building.
• Metta Buddharam Temple : Another Thai temple in Bodh Gaya, Metta Buddharam Temple is famous for its unique outer architectural shell made of stainless steel and mirror mosaics. A perfect place to meditate in solace and enjoy its beautiful surroundings.

• Muchalinda Lake: Situated just next to the Mahabodhi Temple complex, there are a lot of stories connected with Buddha regarding the lake. You can also visit the lake to enjoy the early morning or evening breeze.
• Dungeshwari Cave Temple: Buddha is believed to have spent 5 years meditating in the caves of Dungadeshwari before moving to Bodh Gaya, where the cave temple is now situated. There are a lot of interesting stories connecting with these caves for you to explore. The caves are situated approximately 12 kms. from the main village.
• Archaeological Museum: Along with being a Buddhist Pilgrimage, Gaya has also been home to several great dynasties. The Archaeological Museum of Gaya would take you to a tour of the history of this culturally rich town. It is a must visit for history and culture enthusiasts .

A few other places that you can add on to your list are Indosan Nippan Japanese Temple, Sujatha Temple, and the Royal Bhutan Monastery.

4) Places to Stay: There are a lot of hotels and guest houses situated in the nearby vicinity of the major tourist attraction. However, if you are on a tight budget, or wish to experience the true essence of this beautiful place, it is highly recommended to stay at one of the monasteries or meditation retreats .

However, advance bookings shall not be possible in monasteries. You shall have to try out your luck. You can also try to get a stay in one of the Bhutanese monasteries which have rooms in a gardenesque setting. If you are specifically visiting Bodh Gaya for meditative purposes, you can make a booking with one of the medication institutes , which shall be inclusive of your stay.

5) Places to Eat: You will find all types of restaurants in Bodh Gaya, serving from local delicacies to international cuisines. Some of the must try eateries in Bodh Gaya are as mentioned below:

• Mohammad Restaurant : For Tibetan, Thai, Chinese as well as Indian Buddhist cuisines .
• Hari Om International Café : From locally famous litti chokha to pancakes , this restaurant has something for everyone to offer.
• Sian Thai : For an eclectic Thai experience
• Sewak Hotel : A Dhaba style restaurant, this eatery is famous for its pocket friendly servings of Indian snacks, sweets, and thalis (meals).
• Be Happy Café : Craving for a delicious pizza or saucy pasta? This Italian restaurant is an answer to all your Italian food or coffee cravings.

Bodh Gaya is packed with good eateries, and apart from the above mentioned places, you will find a whole lot of other restaurants, cafes, as well as roadside shacks serving pocket friendly yet delicious food.

6) Travel and Safety Tips:

• Electricity supply can be an issue in Bodh Gaya, therefore, do not forget to carry along a power bank and a flashlight along with you.
• Most of the temples and monasteries expect visitors to take off their shoes and wear loose fitting clothes . Do respect the instructions of the religious places.
• Bodh Gaya is not that huge, therefore it can be easily explored by foot or with a bicycle.
• If you are a foreigner and traveling with kids, locals may get thrilled to get photographed with you and your kids; however, you can always politely decline.
• Bodh Gaya is considered to be quite a safe place for travelers, however, always try to get your taxi/commute pre-booked with your hotel/ travel agent to save time as well as to ensure your safety.
• Do not get in a feud with a local over prices or anything else. Just politely decline and move ahead.

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The Roots of Enlightenment

A traveler’s guide to Bodh Gaya, the site of the Buddha’s Awakening

Bodh Gaya is Buddhism’s Mecca, Vatican, and Wailing Wall. Among the eight great Buddhist pilgrimage sites in India, Bodh Gaya is the most visited. But unlike the holy places of those other faiths, the great center of the Buddhist world revolves around not a building or a shrine but a single living tree.

For six years the seeker Gautama, hoping to find a way out of suffering, had practiced and painful austerities along the nearby Niranjana River. But finally realizing this was not the path to ultimate happiness, he wrapped himself in a yellow shroud taken off a corpse marked for cremation and accepted a bowl of rice milk from a young village girl named Sujata. This strengthened him. Taking fresh green grass for a mat, he then sat facing east under a local pipal tree and vowed not to rise until he had attained enlightenment.

As he sat deep in meditation, the persistent delusions of his own mind tried relentlessly to distract him. In response, Gautama touched the Earth, calling her to bear witness to the countless lifetimes of virtuous actions that had brought him to this moment. Ultimately his power of compassion and commitment subdued and transformed his inner obstacles, and he triumphed over them to achieve unconditioned bliss.

For the seven days following his awakening, Buddha continued to sit motionless under that tree . He passed another week walking in meditation near the tree, and a third close to the tree contemplating what had happened to him and what he would do about it.

F or hundreds of years following Buddha’s death, the only symbols used to represent him graphically were footprints and the pipal tree. A sapling from the original plant was taken to Sri Lanka by Emperor Ashoka’s daughter in the third century B.C.E. When the original tree died in 620, a cutting of the newer tree was brought back to Bodh Gaya. All Buddhists see the tree as a reminder of Buddha’s enlightenment and an inspiration for the ultimate potential that lies within everyone.

Throughout the year, but mainly during the cooler winter months, thousands of monks, nuns, and lay practitioners from all over the world gather to venerate the Bodhi tree now five generations removed from the one under which the Blissful One sat. They rock gently to the rhythm of ancient mantras from Tibet, Thailand, Japan, Burma, Korea, Viet Nam, Sri Lanka, China, and India. Cymbals clash, wooden clappers knock, haunting long horns announce the arrival of important lamas. Sparkling butter lamps compete with bougainvillea blossoms by day and the stars at night. Pilgrims circumambulate the site— some in silent walking meditation, others chanting or spinning prayer wheels or carrying incense. Some stop after each step to prostrate fully on the wide white marble walkway. Hindi film music wafts down from the shops above the holy complex, competing with the horns of buses and screeching motor scooters.

The 1,400-year-old Maha Bodhi Temple, recently declared a world heritage site by the U.N., stands east of the Bodhi tree and towers 180 feet over the glittering roofs of other Buddhist temples representing sanghas from various Asian countries. It rises as a slender pyramid with a cylindrical apex, four towers adorning its four corners. Its courtyard is studded with a large number and variety of stupas and Buddha images. 

The Maha Bodhi Temple was rediscovered in 1875 when the archaeologist Alexander Cunningham happened on its top portion gently jutting out of the earth. Parts of the ancient railings surrounding it are from the third century B.C.E. On the altar of the main sanctum is a colossal and ancient golden image of Buddha sitting with his right hand touching the earth. The statue was made from black stone, but for centuries pilgrims have been gilding it.

In 1891, a Sri Lankan monk, Anagarika Dhammapala, founded the Maha Bodhi Society and sought to gain control of the Mahabodhi temple from a local Hindu landowner and to restore it as a Buddhist shrine. After sixty subsequent years of judicial wrangling, Buddhists were given a voice in its management. But still today, more than a century later, Buddhists remain a minority on the Bodh Gaya Temple Management Committee, denied the authority to make decisions about their own temple.

The nearby Archaeological Museum houses relics from the temple as well as objects excavated nearby. The library across the road at the Maha Bodhi Society is worth a visit. Nearby, about six kilometers away up on a hill, is the Mahakala or Pragbodhi caves, where the Buddha spent much of his ascetic life before his enlightenment. The caves at Barabar and Nagarjuni hills, 25 kilometers north of Gaya by road, are some of India’s earliest rock-cut caves, mentioned in the Hindu epic the Mahabharata .

Beyond the temple complex, the town of Bodh Gaya pulses with modern life, cashing in on the parade of pilgrims and needs of the local Indian community that supports them. The market is a vibrant medley of fruit, vegetable, and grains enlivened by hordes of children, beggars, villagers, Asian pilgrims, Western pilgrims and sightseers, monks and nuns in robes of various colors.

Expecting a discreet domicile of dharma, a pilgrim may at first be challenged by the squalor, noise, and confusion of Bodh Gaya, a dharma Disneyland. How ironic that the noisy, bustling streetscapes evolved from commemorating an act of private and silent contemplation under the serene and simple protection of a tree. Surely, the mind exclaims, a zone of peace should be created here, loudspeakers banned, motor traffic rerouted, and littering outlawed!

But the Western visitor may try considering how differently pilgrims from other cultures celebrate their moment in the greatest shrine of their faith. Many have saved resources their whole lives to travel thousands of miles to spend one day here. It is a joyous and ecstatic moment for them, and they seem pleased by the sights, sounds, and smells that mark their moment in the holy land.

After eight visits, I realize it is a great challenge to let go of irritation at all the seemingly inappropriate discordance, but I also know accepting Bodh Gaya as it is demonstrates greater devotion to what the Buddha taught. Bodh Gaya turns out to be an apt metaphor for the contradictions within Buddhism itself: to be in the world but not of it, to live fully but without attachment, to care for others but be true to oneself, and to be happy in a world of suffering.

Getting There

The Patna airport is 110 kilometers away. Bodh Gaya also has its own new airport with limited service, but in the future airlines may provide direct flights from New Delhi as well as connecting service to Sarnath (Varanasi), and Kushinagar (Gorakhpur). Bus or car and driver services are available from Patna to Bodh Gaya.

The nearest railway station is about 16 kilometers away, in Gaya, and is on the main railway line between New Delhi and Calcutta. The most popular train from New Delhi is the Poorva Express, which leaves in the evening and arrives the morning of the following day. Motorized three-wheeler rickshaws connect Bodh Gaya with Gaya.

Bodh Gaya has only two major hotels: Lotus Nikko Hotel and the newer Hotel Royal Residency. The Royal Residency offers the best and perhaps only tourist-safe food in Bodh Gaya. For budget travelers, the Japanese Daijokyo Buddhist Temple next to the 80-foot Buddhist statue has simple and clean accommodations.

Courses and retreats in Buddhism take place mainly from November to early February. The Root Institute , on the edge of Bodh Gaya, offers a variety of programs. Insight Meditation conducts annual meditation retreats with Christopher Titmuss, and courses are also run by several of the monasteries in the area.

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Bodhgaya — What To Expect From The Birthplace Of Buddhism

Bodhgaya – the birthplace of Buddhism, the crucible of a new philosophy, the epitome of knowledge and compassion!

Located in the Gaya district , in the Indian state of Bihar, Bodhgaya is a tiny little town where Prince Siddhartha attained enlightenment beneath a Pipal tree, some 2500 years ago.

In terms of blessedness, consider Bodhgaya for Buddhists what Mecca is to Muslims, or Varanasi to Hindus. Unsurprisingly, the town attracts thousands of Buddhist pilgrims from around the world, who come to pray, study and meditate – with some in their flaming red robes, and other, in Turmeric and Saffron ones.

If you have been to Tawang Monastery in Arunachal Pradesh or Namdroling Monastery in Bylakuppe and found significant Buddhism influence there, in Bylakuppe you are going to find even more of it.

Though of course, the most hallowed spot here is the Bodhi tree which flourishes inside the Mahabodhi Temple complex, the many Buddhist monasteries and temples that mark its bucolic landscape, built-in their national style by foreign Buddhist communities, are no less charming.

Every country in the world, which has a Buddhist population, including Japan, Burma, Bhutan, and Nepal, among others, has erected their own version of a Buddhist monastery in Bodhgaya. And the diversity in architecture brought about by them is nothing short of amazing. Walk along the many streets in the town and you will find a mix of monastic tranquillity and a small-town commotion.

No wonder Bodhgaya is fascinating – as the birthplace of Buddhism, as well as a town which offers a multicultural Buddhist experience.

But the scene inside the Mahabodhi temple entertains no distinctions and rather favours only one idea and follows a universal god. Here the many modern pilgrims, representing different worlds, can be found practising meditation or devotional exercises at the very place where the Buddha himself did.

Though many Buddhists, across the world, travel to Bodhgaya, and moreover to India, only to spend a few days by the sacred Bodhi tree and pay their tributes to its temple complex – my visit, to my guilt, took place because I was so close from it.

From the streets of Varanasi ‘the spiritual town of India’, Bodhgaya is only a few hours’ drive away. Take the late-night train/bus from Varanasi, and the next thing you know is that you’re already here.

Before I travelled to Bodhgaya, I expected the town to be no different from Mcleodgunj Dharamshala – where a bunch of Buddhist monks can be found rotating a prayer wheel, while chanting their favourite mantra, and representing a long-lost community.

“One day to explore the monasteries would be enough,” I remember saying. But as I arrived here, and found myself lost in a place, representing different cultures, and following different routines, I realised that one day was perhaps not enough to travel to Bodhgaya.

Therefore for you, my fellow travellers, my suggestion would be to dedicate at least a couple of days to explore, understand, and feel the spirituality and the innate peace that Bodhgaya brings to the soul.

Now let’s talk about some useful tips on how to travel here, what to do, where to say and so on and so forth.

I also suggest you check this Incredible India website page that talks more about attractions in Bodhgaya in great detail. Since it is a government website, you can rely on the tips and suggestions provided.

Useful Travel Tips

Where is bodhgaya.

It is located in Gaya district in the state of Bihar, almost 1000km east of New Delhi. Speaking of its position, it is located by the bank of river Niranjana .

The total number of monasteries in Bodhgaya

If you are wondering how many monasteries we have in total and from which countries, the total number is over 60, out of which more than 55 are foreign Buddhist monasteries. They are from countries like China, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Tibet, Japan, Bhutan and other countries.

Which are the most famous monasteries in Bodhgaya?

Though all monasteries are worth exploring, some of the most famous ones are Mahabodhi Temple, Thai Monastery, Royal Bhutan Monastery, Indosan Nippon Japanese Temple, Chinese Temple, Burmese Vihara Monastery and Vietnamese Temple.

How many days are enough to see Bodhgaya?

It depends on how much of it you want to see. If you only want to quickly scan all monasteries, 3 days are enough. If, however, you want to do more than just quick scanning, you may need a week. A minimum of 2 days is certainly required to get a hang of the place.

What is the best time to travel to Bodhgaya?

The best time to travel is the winter months of December to February. This is when the temperature remains most pleasant. Other than this, you can also travel to Bodhgaya during the monsoon season, given you don’t hate getting wet.

I also suggest you visit the monasteries early in the morning – especially the temple with Bodhi Tree – as most places get very crowded during the day.

Nearest airport from Bodhgaya.

The nearest airport is at Gaya (17 km) with regular flights to and from multiple cities. But flights to Gaya airport can be expensive. If you are looking for cheap flights, fly to Patna airport (120 km) and take a bus from there.

How to travel from Delhi to Bodhgaya?

Other than flying to Gaya or Patna airport, you can travel on a train. The nearest railway station is in Gaya (the name of Gaya Railway Station) with regular shared tuk-tuks and taxis to Bodhgaya.

Regular bus service is also available from Varanasi, Patna, Kathmandu and other prominent towns in India that are around 500km away from Bodhgaya.

How far is Bodhgaya from Gaya train station?

From Gaya train station, the distance is almost 17km.

How to travel from Gaya or Gaya railway station to Bodhgaya?

Since the distance is less than 20km (or a half an hour’s drive at max) you can hire a shared taxi or a tuk-tuk and travel. There are frequent shared taxis and tuk-tuks available between the two destinations. It is also possible to hire a private taxi from Gaya.

Is Bodhgaya safe to travel?

Yes. From families to solo female travellers in India , it is a very safe place to travel to. Though the state it is located in (Bihar) does not have a very good image and has a very high crime rate in the country, this city is quite safe. Local authorities have made efforts to keep crime at bay because of all the foreigners who come here.

Best hotels in Bodhgaya.

It is possible to stay at one of the monasteries. Some of the best hotels, however, are Sakura House, Marasa Sarovar Premiere, Monika Mansion, Hotel Orchid, Regency Hotel, Maya Heritage Hotel, Hotel Bodh Vilas, and M K Plaza.

The best place to meditate is in Bodhgaya.

Hands down, the sacred Mahabodhi Temple.

That’s all in this travel blog. If you have more questions, please write them in the comments below and I will get back to you asap.

Bodh Gaya temple houses the tree under which Lord Buddha attained Nirvana. As you rightly said, it’s significance is similar to mecca and one should definitely visit it. Sadly it is crowded all year round! There is a lesser known Jain temple in nalanda district (3 hour drive from Bodh gaya). The temple is all white and is situated in the middle of a pond. The white against the serene blue water makes it very picturesque!

Bodhgaya is in my travel list, for so long 🙂

One of the most important pilgrimage center for the Buddhists, this place has become a tourist hot spot as it is home to a large number of various attractive tourist destinations.

Bodhgaya looks like a very serene place which would bring up a feeling of spirituality in everyone. Beautiful captures which took us through a good virtual tour of this place.

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I have visted there in April and there was no Monk in any temple. may be due to summers of 40-42 degrees. Beautiful pictures , I could not visit Jagannath mandir.

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Bodhgaya Tourism And Travel Guide

Bodh Gaya in Bihar is 127.8km away from Patna which is the capital of Bihar. The biggest attraction in Gaya is Bodh Gaya which is 13km away from Gaya. It is in Bodh Gaya that one can absorb the glory of Buddha just about anywhere one goes around. There is the Mahabodhi Temple of course, which is the centre of attraction, a place where Buddha had meditated. The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site today. Tourism in Bodh Gaya is mainly about Buddhism and Buddha. Travel guide to Bodh Gaya is placed below for all visitors who wish to visit Bodh Gaya.

How to Reach

Bodh Gaya in Bihar is about 127km from the capital of the state, Patna . It has good roads that are connected well with the other major cities in the region. Bodh Gaya’s railway station has excellent rail connections and also an international airport.

One can travel by road from Bodh Gaya to other nearby cities that include Nalanda and Rajgir as well as Varanasi and Kathmandu . There are buses run by the State Government which run standard and deluxe buses between Bodh Gaya and many cities in the area. One can also avail of the taxi service while commuting between Gaya and Bodh Gaya.

By Rail:  

The railhead for Bodh Gaya is Gaya which is 13km away. Since Gaya railway station has excellent connections with all the major cities in the country, it is very easy to reach Bodh Gaya. There are trains that run daily between Gaya and most of the major cities in India .

By Air:  

Gaya International Airport is about 17km from Bodh Gaya. The airport is well connected with Kolkata but generally has a low frequency of flights. However, one can fly to Delhi and thereafter take a connecting flight to Gaya. From Gaya one can avail of a taxi to reach Bodh Gaya.

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Weather and Best Time to Visit

The general climate of Bodh Gaya is temperate and warm. Its average temperature is around 26.5°C while the average rainfall will be about 1017mm. A visit to Bodh Gaya should ideally be in winter, that is, between the months of December and February although the place is also pleasant between October and March.

Summer (March-May):  

In Bodh Gaya the summer season starts in the month of March and carries on till May. The maximum temperature could go up to 47°C and the temperature could drop to around 27°C. It is inadvisable for people to visit Bodh Gaya in summer.

Monsoon (June-August):  

Bodh Gaya receives a fair amount of rainfall each year. June is the month when the monsoon starts and it keeps pouring till August and even beyond, at times. However, the place is pleasant and it is quite all right to visit Bodh Gaya during the monsoon. However, one has to face the odd shower while one visits the sites.

Winter (December-February):  

Bodh Gaya is just marvellous to visit during its glorious winter. During this period the temperature could drop to lower than 4°C and day temperatures could be a high of 28°C. As long as you have your woollens with you Bodh Gaya will be most enjoyable in winter.

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Things To Do

Bodh Gaya has a global status because of it being the place where Lord Buddha lived and meditated under a Bodhi Tree more than 2000 years ago and thereafter found enlightenment. Today the Mahabodhi Temple is an approved UNESCO Heritage Site and the entire town has grown around this most exalted place. Almost all the places you will visit in Bodh Gaya are related in some way or the other with Lord Buddha.

Mahabodhi Temple:  

You are sure to feel the vibrations when you visit this holiest of holy places, the place where Buddha had meditated more than 2000 years ago. Here you will see the descendant of the very same Bodhi Tree where the Lord had meditated. This is now an approved UNESCO heritage site and there are large portions here that go back to the time of Ashoka who had built the original temple.

Thai Monastery:  

The Thai Monastery was built by the monarch of Thailand in 1956 as a response to the request made by the PM of India . This monastery is elegant, peaceful and exquisite. Here you will also see a large bronze statue of Buddha.

Royal Bhutan Monastery:  

The Royal Bhutan Monastery must surely be among the most beautiful monasteries in Bodh Gaya. Depicting Buddha’s life in clay carvings, the monastery attracts hundreds of visitors from all over the globe. A traditional and decorated monastery, there is a temple inside with a 7’ tall image of Buddha.

Dungeswari Hills:  

The Mahakala Caves or the Dungeswari Hills is a venerated place, the place where Lord Buddha spent several years of his life prior to coming to Bodh Gaya. This was when he was in search of true knowledge. In order to reach these caves you have to leave the city and head in the direction of the hills to the area along River Phalgu. You will find the drive most pleasant as well as very scenic. Most find the caves exuding high energy levels.

Root Institute:  

If you want to meditate, the Root Institute with its immaculate gardens just outside Bodh Gaya, is the right place. The experience will be almost monastic in nature since the environment has deliberately been kept that way. You will find statues and stupas and other holy objects all around you in the garden. There are tall trees with shade that add to the greenery.

Tibetan Refugee Market:  

The Tibetan Refugee Market is the perfect place for visitors to buy souvenirs. You will also find plenty of woollens that you may buy especially if you have not brought any with you and it is winter time. The souvenirs and artefacts on sale are all concerning Buddhism. If you are not interested in making purchases, just soak in the atmosphere.

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Where to Eat

There is a large variety of eating places in and around Bodh Gaya . The listed choices include Mohammad Restaurant for diverse cuisines; Thai, Chinese and Tibetan besides Indian, of course. Be Happy Café with its aromatic espressos and herbal teas besides Italian salads and pastas will please lovers of Mediterranean cuisine. Hari Om International Café serves alfresco style with several delectable vegetarian options. The Nirvana, The Veg Café, is ideal for lovers of dosas, burgers or pizzas. Try Siam Thai, Sewak Hotel and Bodh Gaya City Café Restaurant as well if you are on a long visit.

Shopping in Bodh Gaya is not for shopaholics. However, in Bodh Gaya one of the best places for shopping is next to the Mahabodhi Temple along the path to the temple where you will find diverse items of decorative nature generally concerning Buddhism. At the Tibetan Refugee Market you can pick up a good bargain in woollens while at the shops along the roadside you will find different handicrafts that include artefacts, sandal wood beads and wooden craft items. You can also try picking up gift items and books at Kundan Bazaar. 

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Country: india | state: bihar, #1 of 4 places to visit in bihar | places to visit in india, ideal trip duration: 1-2 days, base station: bodhgaya, gaya (15 kms), nearest city to bodhgaya: gaya (15 kms), patna (113 kms), best time to visit bodhgaya: october to march, peak season: november to january, bodhgaya weather: summer: maximum - 45° c and minimum - 23° c winter: maximum - 27° c and minimum - 10° c.

At a distance of 16 km from Gaya, 85 km from Aurangabad, 113 km from Patna, 182 km from Muzzafarpur, 207 km from Dhanbad, 211 km from Ranchi, 244 km from Darbhanga, 245 km from Varanasi, 305 km from Durgapur, 318 km from Jamshedpur, 365 km from Prayagraj, 373 km from Bankura, and 469 km from Kolkata, Bodh Gaya is a Buddhist pilgrimage site located in the Gaya district of Bihar, India. It is one of the must include places in Buddhist pilgrimage tours in India and among the must-visit places as part of Bihar Tour Packages. Situated on the banks of the River Niranjana, Bodh Gaya is revered by Buddhists all over the world as it is the place where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment in 534 BC under the Bodhi Tree. The Mahabodhi Temple which houses the Bodhi Tree attracts hordes of visitors across the world and is now one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Bodh Gaya is one of the four important Buddhist pilgrimage sites of India's Buddhist Circuit, the other three being Kushinagar, Lumbini, and Sarnath. Formerly known as Uruwela or Sambodhi, the history of this small town is associated with Buddhism when Prince Siddhartha Gautama, after renouncing his family at the age of 29, attained spiritual enlightenment at this holy place. According to legend, after practicing self-mortification for six years at Uruwela (now Bodhgaya), he gave up the practice as it didn't give him Vimukthi. Then he discovered the Eight-fold path which freed him from lust, hatred, and delusion and thus attained enlightenment. The tree under which he gained enlightenment is the renowned Bodhi tree. King Ashoka was one of the biggest disciples of Lord Buddha and he built the famous Mahabodhi temple. The sacred place gained popularity around the 13th century and plenty of shrines and temples were built. But soon after the area fell into the hands of the Turkish emperors and they ransacked the city. Later, the British restored the city to its pure sacred form. Today, Bodhgaya is a pilgrimage destination for the entire Buddhist world and many others who seek spiritual presence. The place emanates an aura of enduring serenity, spiritual solitude, and supreme peace. Bodhgaya is mostly known for all the places associated with Buddha's meditation and enlightenment. Mahabodhi Temple is the main attraction of this town. Besides, Great Buddha Statue, Bodhi Tree, Thai Monastery, Muchalinda Lake, Dungeshwari Hills, Wat Thai Buddhagaya, Japanese Temple, Sujatha Temple, Vishnupad Temple, etc., are some of the other prominent places to visit in Bodhgaya. Buddha Jayanti is one of the biggest and main festivals celebrated in Bodhgaya. Observed on a full moon day in May each year, this festival celebrates the birth anniversary and enlightenment of Lord Buddha. Maha Kala Chakra Puja is the other important annual event here that focuses on performing puja and reciting verses and chants over 7 to 10 days and is believed to remove the obstacles and welcome the coming year on a positive note. Other festivals in Bodhgaya include the annual Buddha Mahotsava, a three-day celebration filled with cultural and religious activities. Being a pilgrimage site, Bodh Gaya doesn't have any accommodation options. However, one can stay at various monasteries that provide basic rooms for free but one needs to make some donation. Gaya is the best place to stay and explore the site as a day trip as it has several accommodation options ranging from Budget to luxury. Gaya Airport is the nearest airport which is about 10 km from Bodhgaya. It has direct flights from Delhi and Varanasi. About 15 km from Bodhgaya, Gaya Junction Railway Station is the nearest railhead and has well-connected trains from Howrah, Agra, Islampur, Patna, Mumbai, Ranchi, New Delhi, Kamakhya, Hyderabad, Ajmer, Shalimar, Varanasi, Asansol, Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Jharkhand, Bhagalpur, Vishakhapatnam, Chennai, Mathura, and Gwalior. Gaya is the nearest bus stand that has well-connected buses from all the major cities of Bihar. From Gaya, one can hire a cab or an auto to reach Bodh Gaya. October to March is the best time to visit Bodhgaya when the town experiences cool and pleasant weather. Summers, from March to May, are very hot. However, Bodh Gaya still attracts a large number of devotees during this time for Buddha Jayanti when the entire city is decked up for huge celebrations. Avoid the monsoon season between June and September when the weather is quite oppressive, followed by heavy rains.

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#1 of 19 Places to Visit in Bodhgaya

At a distance of 1.5 km from Bodhgaya Bus Station, Mahabodhi Temple is an ancient Buddhist temple located in Bodh Gaya, Bihar. Situated near Muchalinda Pond, it is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in India and among the prime places to visit in Bodh Gaya as part of the Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour in India. Situated on the banks of Niranjana River, Mahabodhi Temple Complex is one of the four holy sites related to the life of the Lord Buddha. The temple is fondly called as the 'Great Awakening Temple' as this is the very place where Lord Buddha is said to have attained enlightenment. The original temple was built by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC, however, the present structure is estimated to be erected between 5th and 6th century BC during the Gupta Period. The Temple was restored by the British in the year 1880 and the Indian Government after independence. Due to its religious and historical significance, the temple has been declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the year .....

Great Buddha Statue

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At a distance of 1 km from Bodhgaya Bus Station and 1.5 km from Mahabodhi Temple, the Great Buddha Statue is a giant statue located in Bodh Gaya, Bihar. It is one of the tallest statues in India and among the prime spots to visit as part of the Buddhist Circuit in India. About 25 m tall, the Great Buddha Statue is by far the tallest and the first Buddha statue ever built in India. The construction of the statue was started in 1982 and was consecrated by the XIV Dalai Lama in 1989. Carved from red granite and sandstone, the magnificent figure is resembling Lord Buddha in his meditation pose on top of a blooming lotus. The statue is partly hollow and contains about 20,000 bronze Buddhas. Surrounded by 10 smaller sculptures of Buddha's disciples, the peaceful ambiance and the beauty of the statue attract thousands of tourists every year from all across the world. Of the ten standing statues, those of Sariputta and Mahamoggallana were unveiled and consecrated in 1993 while the .....

Wat Thai Buddhagaya / Thai Monastery

#3 of 19 Places to Visit in Bodhgaya

At a distance of 700 m from Mahabodhi Temple, and 1 km from Bodh Gaya Bus Station, Wat Thai is a Thai monastery located in Bodhgaya, Bihar. Situated near Maya Sarovar, it is one of the exquisite monasteries in Bodh Gaya and among the must-visit places in Bodh Gaya. Popularly known as Thai Monastery, Wat Thai Buddhagaya was established in 1956 by the government of Thailand on the request of the former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru to strengthen the relationship between the two countries. The monastery was constructed with an idea of propagating the philosophies of Buddhism among the masses. It is the only Thai Temple in India. The place abounds with peace and serenity and is ideal for solace seekers and those looking for a break from the humdrum of city life. Known for its exceptional architecture and stunning beauty, Wat Thai Bodhgaya is strikingly similar to the temples of Bangkok and is richly gilt and highly ornamental. It has a sloping roof covered with golden tiles. .....

Archaeological Museum

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At a distance of 500 m from Mahabodhi Temple, and 1 km from Bodhgaya Bus Station, Archaeological Museum is a museum located in Bodhgaya, Bihar. Situated near Chinese Temple, it is one of the best museums in Bihar, and among the must-visit tourist places in Bodhgaya. Established in 1956, the Archaeological Museum in Bodh Gaya was established to display ancient articles belonging to the Brahmanical and Buddhist beliefs, mostly related to the Pala period. The museum has several displays on various Buddha preachings and his ideals. Apart from articles from Gautam Buddha's age, you will also find various artifacts, scriptures, and educational aids that belonged to the ancient universities at this museum. The museum has two galleries and an open courtyard, along with two verandahs that boast various antiques. The first gallery exhibits the sculptures depicting crowned Buddha in Bhumisparsamudra, Maitreya, a standing image of Manjusri, images of Buddha in a different attitude, standing .....

Royal Bhutan Monastery

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At a distance of 500 m from Giant Buddha Statue, and 1 km from Bodhgaya Bus Station, Royal Bhutan Monastery is a magnificent Buddhist monastery and temple located in Bodhgaya, Bihar. Situated beside Wat Thai Buddhagaya, it is one of the peaceful places to visit in Bodh Gaya. Built by the King of Bhutan as a tribute to Lord Buddha, the Royal Bhutan Monastery is one of the remarkable Buddhist monasteries in the pilgrimage town of Bodh Gaya. The monastery featuring important instances from the life of Gauthama Buddha in the form of clay carvings which attracts millions of Buddhism followers from across the world. It is a peaceful place where you can learn and practice Buddhism. Standing in the Bhutanese architecture, the monastery is home to a magnificent temple and a rest house for the Bhutanese monks. The temple inside the monastery has a 7-feet high image of the Lord Buddha, which is further carved with the Buddhist symbols and scriptures. Besides, the monastery also carries .....

Sujata Temple & Stupa

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At a distance of 3 km from Bodhgaya Bus Station, Sujatha Temple is a Buddhist temple situated in the Bakraur area of Bodh Gaya, Bihar. It is one of the many places of pilgrimage in Bodhgaya. Sujatha Temple is dedicated to a humble tribal woman named Sujatha, who offered pudding to Gautam Buddha. The temple is considered to be religiously important as the offering is believed to have saved Lord Buddha's life. According to legend, it is said that kheer was the first meal Gautam Buddha had consumed after years of starvation ever since he renounced the materialistic life including food to attain enlightenment. Later Gautama Buddha realized that one cannot attain enlightenment by Immoderation, after that he continued his journey and reached Bodh Gaya where he finally attained enlightenment. So, a small temple is built here to remark that historical incident. Besides, one can also visit the Sujata Stupa located nearby. It was built to commemorate the living site of the doomed village .....

Vishnupad Temple

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At a distance of 4 km from Gaya Junction Railway Station, and 10 km from Bodhgaya Bus Station, Vishnupad Mandir is a Hindu temple located in the city of Gaya, Bihar. It is one of the ancient sacred temples in Gaya and among the well-known places to visit as part of the Bodhgaya Tour Packages. Situated on the banks of Falgu River, Vishnupad Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. According to the historical records, the existence of the Vishnupad temple goes back to the period of Samudragupta, who ruled over a vast empire during the 5th Century CE. The inscriptional source for this evidence is based on the Basarh Seal discovered in Vaishali. Further evidence is found in the Mehrauli Pillar inscription of King Chandragupta II. The inscription mentions this King as a devotee of Lord Vishnu and records the installation of 'dhvaja' or pillar of Vishnu on the Vishnupad Hill. A 9th-century inscription commemorates the dedication of a house for ascetics at Vishnupad by the Pala king Narayanapala. .....

Tibetan Refugee Market

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At a distance of 500 m from Bodhgaya Bus Station, Tibetan Refugee Market is a shopping area in Bodhgaya, Bihar. Situated opposite to Bodhgaya Bus Stand, it is one of the best places for shopping lovers in Bodhgaya. Located on the northern side of the Mahabodhi Temple, the Tibetan Refugee Market is a seasonal market set up in the month of November till March. This market is especially for warm clothes and other textile materials. The market is quite famous among the locals and travelers, as they can get knickknacks along with some exotic Tibetan and Chinese food stalls. Right from budget products to expensive items, one can get complete solutions for fashion and lifestyle at this market. Tibetan Refugee Market is the best place to buy a souvenir in Bodhgaya. A visit to this market is never boring, and it is not complete without buying something from here. One can spend a couple of hours by just looking at various handicraft articles of the Tibetan faith. The statues of Lord .....

Muchalinda Lake / Lotus Pond

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At a distance of 1.5 km from Bodhgaya Bus Station, Muchalinda Lake or Lotus Pond is a sacred lake in Bodh Gaya, Bihar. Situated right of Mahabodhi Temple, it is one of the best places to visit in Bodhgaya. Named after Muchalinda, the king of the serpents, the Muchalinda Lake is yet another peaceful spot in Bodh Gaya. There is a legend associated with this lake. It is believed that during Buddha's sixth week of meditation, a huge storm broke out here while Buddha was meditating. It was then that Muchalinda came out from his abode beneath the lake to protect Lord Buddha from the uproar of the storm and used his hood so as not to disrupt Buddha from his meditation. The structure depicting the epic story is placed at the center of Muchalinda Lake. On the boundary of the lake, one may found the epic tale inscribe on the rocks. A huge number of people visit Muchalinda Lake, especially the Buddhist Monks for meditation as the lake is surrounded by lush greenery and a peaceful atmosphere. .....

Chinese Temple

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At a distance of 1 km from Bodhgaya Bus Station, the Chinese Temple is a sacred Buddhist shrine located in Bodhgaya, Bihar. Situated just opposite to the entrance of the Mahabodhi Temple complex, it is one of the many temples in Bodh Gaya and among the must include places in Bodh Gaya Packages. The Chinese Temple is a spectacular Buddhist temple built by Chinese-Buddhist monks in collaboration with the government of China in 1945. It was renovated in the year 1997. The architecture of the temple is an amalgamation of the beautiful Indian and Chinese designs, especially the temple exterior, which resembles a Chinese monastery. The temple houses a 200-year old Buddha statue which was brought from China and erected as a sacred shrine. Apart from the main shrine, the temple boasts three beautiful golden statues of Lord Buddha that are the primary attractions of this place. Another attraction to the temple is the rich and detailed travelogues drawn by Chinese religious scholars .....

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Religion, politics, myth, and history have traversed for centuries around a  village. These villages are on the banks of the Phalgu River. The small town is just south of Bihar’s capital Patna. This incredible location— Bodh Gaya —is the location of Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha’s enlightenment, or “great awakening” (Sanskrit, Mahabodhi). 

Siddhartha Gautama, who left behind his princely life to wander and practise asceticism, sat in meditation under the Bodhi tree. Here, he overcame temptation in the shape of the demon Mara. He also set the wheels in motion to birth a major international religion—Buddhism.

The events of the Buddha’s life occurred about the fifth-century B.C.E… Bodh Gaya is also a famous pilgrimage town filled with ancient, mediaeval, and modern shrines, monasteries, temples, and hotels more than 2,500 years later. This hallowed Buddhist centre’s historical and archaeological record dates back to at least the 3rd-century B.C.E.

The Mahabodhi Temple Complex, located in the centre of historic Bodh Gaya , is bustling with shrines, monuments, and sculpted figures dating back over 2,000 years. In this article, we will also discuss three of the most significant monuments:

• The Bodhi tree is a type of Buddhist tree.
• The Vajrasana, or “Diamond Throne,” is a yoga posture.
• The Mahabodhi Temple is a Buddhist temple in India.

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History Of Bodh Gaya

In Buddhism, Bodh Gaya is the holiest location. It is on the bank of the Lilajan River. It was Uruwela during the Buddha’s time. King Ashoka constructed the first temple on the site.

Buddha is said to have been born in 563 BC on the auspicious Baisakhi Purnima. In 534 BC, at the age of 29, Siddhartha renounced his family and traveled and meditated in quest of truth as Siddhartha. After six years of meditation at Urubela (Buddhagaya) in Gaya, he left up self-mortification since it did not bring him Vimukthi. Then, without the assistance of anyone, he found and pursued the Noble Eightfold Path, and as a result, he reached Buddhatva or enlightenment.

Many inscriptions and pilgrimage records exist to document the history of Bodh Gaya . The narratives of Chinese pilgrims Faxian in the 5th century. And Xuanzang in the 7th century is famous. For decades, the region was the epicenter of Buddhist civilization. But After that, Turkic forces captured it in the 13th century.

Gautama Siddhartha’s disciples began to visit the site during the full moon in the Hindu calendar month of Vaisakh (April–May). Over time, the location became known as Bodh Gaya , the enlightenment day as Buddha Purnima, and the tree as the Bodhi Tree.

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1. mahabodhi temple.

The Mahabodhi Temple is one of India’s oldest and most prominent sanctuaries. Mahabodhi Mahavihara Temple is located in Bodh Gaya . It is easily accessible from all of Bihar’s major towns and cities. The nearest airport is Patna, which is 96 kilometers away from Gaya.

Bodh Gaya , often known as Gaya , is a holy town with its railway station. A network of highways connects the town to major cities as well. The Great Awakening Temple is the precise translation of the Mahabodhi Temple .

Many of the temple’s oldest sculptural pieces have been relocated to the temple’s museum. Also, some have been replace with copies, such as the carved stone railing wall around the main structure.

2. Bodhi Tree

The Bodhi Tree was a great and old sacred fig tree. The other names are the Bodhi Fig Tree or Bo Tree. It is supposed that Siddhartha Gautama, the spiritual teacher who became known as the Buddha. He acquired enlightenment or Bodhi under it around 500 BCE. The Bodhi Tree is in religious iconography by its heart-shaped leaves. They are generally prominently exhibited.

The Mahabodhi Tree in the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya , sometimes cited as a direct descendant of the original tree is the best example of an existent tree. This tree, established in 250 BCE, is a popular pilgrimage site. It is the most important of the four major Buddhist pilgrimage sites.

3. Great Buddha Statue

One of Bodh Gaya ‘s most famous landmarks is an 80-foot-high stone sculpture of Lord Buddha in a meditation stance. The statue was built in 1989 and had been attracting tourists to Bodh Gaya ever since. This temple is on the street with a few other temples on a tiny town’s corner, not far from the Mahabodhi Temple, and is a must-see for all.

Even though it is close to tourists, it was one of the few sites you can enjoy. You can walk around the circumference, marveling at the simple beauty of the Buddha and his follower’s statues from every angle.

You can come to see this Great Buddha, exclaim, wow, and then leave. It also give the opportunity to interact with others, chant, or meditate. You can also take a slow walk around and understand the meanings of various hand placements. This Buddha has a lot of energy.

4. Thai Monastery

The Thai Monastery stands out among the many monasteries created by many countries. This monastery, located a short distance from the Mahabodhi temple complex. It is a traditional Thai-style monastery. And it also features a large Buddha inside. Between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m., the monastery is open to the public and does not close in the afternoon.

It will help if you spend some quiet time here to meditate or admire the architecture and the massive Buddha. Here, you will also get peace and tranquillity. The Thai Monastery is a stunning structure that was created by countries with large Buddhist populations. It attracts large visitors.

5. Royal Bhutan Monastery

The traditional Dzong architectural style created the monastery in the 1990s. We should thank the generous backing of Bhutan’s Fourth King, Jigme Singye Wangchuk, and donations from international and Bhutanese donors. As of 2006, the monastery was still under construction. Despite this, the monastery houses over 250 monks. Many of whom are youngsters and young adults.

The embossed frescos on the inside wall of the shrine are a unique feature of this monastery. It will be an amazing site for you if you will see it the first time. For art lovers, it is a must-see site. About a kilometer from the Mahabodhi temple, Tanger monastery is also well-known for its magnificent and elaborate Bhutanese paintings and tapestries. The monastery is open to tourists throughout the day (except 12-2 PM), and if one arrives during the prayer period, one may soak up the prayers, which is a beautiful sense.

6. Metta Buddharam Temple

Despite its recent construction, the Metta Buddharam temple is a magnificent work of art and a visual delight. Anyone, we are sure, would be instantly enthralled by the place’s pure beauty and elegance. Although this temple is not in the heart of Bodh Gaya , it is near to the Yonggi Dega Temple, which attracts a large number of tourists.

There is a giant white Buddha statue here, but nothing else. It reminds us of a white temple in Chiang Rai. Bodh Gaya Metta Buddharam temple is well worth a visit. There is a calm statue of Lord Buddha there, with Buddha wearing a most human expression.

7. Indosan Nippon Japenese Temple

It is a beautiful temple on the way to Mahabodhi Temple and Great Buddha Statue and within walking reach of both. The large temple construction is reminiscent of a Japanese pagoda. The environment is calm. Within the property, there is a school. It is a must-see along with the other temples on your Bodh Gaya tour. This temple, built in the Mahayana style, stands out among South-East Asian Theravada temples.

It’s quiet and off the beaten path. It’s a nice spot to relax and contemplate. This temple is located in a peaceful and serene environment. After visiting this temple, one will understand the phrase “cleanliness is Godliness.” The scent of incense transports you to another realm. This temple, in my opinion, should not be overlooked.

How Can You Get In Bodh Gaya?

Bodh Gaya By Plane

The nearest airport is at Gaya (17 km), where Druk Air flies once a week from Bangkok. Gaya is served by Thai Airways regularly. Indian Airlines flies from Kolkata to Gaya on Fridays around 10 a.m. and returns on Mondays around 15 a.m. Every day, Air India flies from New Delhi to Varanasi. Indigo also operates flights from New Delhi.

You can also fly to Patna Airport (110 kilometers away) and then take a train or taxi to Bodh Gaya , as Patna has many daily direct flights to Delhi, Kolkata, and Mumbai. Bangkok can be utilized as a hub to change flights to Kolkata (there are several daily flights Bangkok-Kolkata-Bangkok), and Kolkata has four or five daily flights to Patna. This way you can reach Bodh Gaya by plane.

Bodh Gaya By Train

Gaya is the closest railway station (16 km). You can take a bus or a three-wheel taxi to Bodh Gaya from there. The cost of a three-wheel cab varies greatly depending on the time of day, but it should be between 80 and 120 rupees. It will help if you haggle hard because there is rarely a scarcity of service.

The train from Patna to Gaya costs 34 rupees (Patna is the next large airport and railhead) (as of January 2008). It takes roughly two hours to travel by express train. Calcutta to Delhi train travel takes about 8 hours; Delhi to Calcutta rail travel takes approximately 15 hours (2nd class air-con costs 1600 rupees; book upstairs at the Gaya station then pay downstairs at window 29).

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Bodh Gaya By Car

Because Patna has many daily direct flights to Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Lucknow, and Hyderabad, one can fly to Patna Airport (110 km distant) and then take a train or taxi to Bodh Gaya . The road is now in decent condition, but it is narrow, making the ride slow and risky. It takes about 3 hours to get there from Patna, and the easiest way to get there is to bypass the Gaya market because the roads are tiny.

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The best times to visit Bodh Gaya for ideal weather are

October 29th to March 18th

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Weather in bodh gaya.

Average temperatures in Bodh Gaya vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 43rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above . If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Bodh Gaya, the hottest months are May, June, and then April. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early June where highs are regularly around 105.2°F (40.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 81.6°F (27.6°C) at night.

Bodh Gaya Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

Bodh gaya temperatures (celsius), “feels-like” temperatures.

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Bodh Gaya Perceived Temperature (F)

Bodh gaya perceived temperature (c), average bodh gaya temperatures by month.

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

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If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Bodh Gaya are December, March, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid August with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of August 13th.

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Bodh Gaya has some very humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is April (29.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (78.5%).

Wind in Bodh Gaya is usually extremely calm . The windiest month is June, followed by May and July. June’s average wind speed of around 4.2 knots (4.9 MPH or 7.9 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 11.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

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Is it safe to travel to bodh gaya.

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for India; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories . This advisory was last updated on Dec 01, 2023.

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Bodh Gaya, India is September, followed by October and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Bodh Gaya in February. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

Most popular months to visit, overall bodh gaya travel experience by season, spring (march through may).

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very warm. Highs range from 104.7°F (40.4°C) and 85.4°F (29.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 0 to 2 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have hot weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 6 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Bodh Gaya, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 92.9°F (33.8°C) and 82°F (27.8°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 1 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Bodh Gaya to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 85.4°F (29.7°C) and 70.6°F (21.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

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You should plan to spend around $52 (₨4,341) per day on your vacation in Bodh Gaya. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

• $16 (₨1,314) on meals
• $23 (₨1,929) on local transportation
• $44 (₨3,714) on hotels

A one week trip to Bodh Gaya for two people costs, on average, $727 (₨60,777) . This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

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• Average Daily Cost Per person, per day $ 52 ₨ 4,341
• One Week Per person $ 363 ₨ 30,388
• 2 Weeks Per person $ 727 ₨ 60,777
• One Month Per person $ 1,558 ₨ 130,236
• One Week For a couple $ 727 ₨ 60,777
• 2 Weeks For a couple $ 1,454 ₨ 121,553
• One Month For a couple $ 3,115 ₨ 260,471

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A one week trip to Bodh Gaya usually costs around $363 (₨30,388) for one person and $727 (₨60,777) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Bodh Gaya on average costs around $727 (₨60,777) for one person and $1,454 (₨121,553) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Bodh Gaya will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Bodh Gaya on average costs around $1,558 (₨130,236) for one person and $3,115 (₨260,471) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.

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Traveling Independently to Bodh Gaya has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.

All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.

Bodh Gaya is a reasonably affordable place to visit. Located in India, which is a very affordable country, visitors will appreciate the relatively low cost of this destination. It is in the top 25% of cities in the country for its overall travel expenses. If you're traveling on a budget, then this is a good destination with affordable accommodation, food, and transportation.

Within Asia, Bodh Gaya is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Johor Bahru or Lombok.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Bodh Gaya Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Bodh Gaya?

The average Bodh Gaya trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Bodh Gaya travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.

Accommodation Budget in Bodh Gaya

Average daily costs.

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The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Bodh Gaya is $22 (₨1,857). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Bodh Gaya is $44 (₨3,714). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.

• Accommodation 1 Hotel or hostel for one person $ 22 ₨ 1,857
• Accommodation 1 Typical double-occupancy room $ 44 ₨ 3,714

Hotel Prices in Bodh Gaya

Looking for a hotel in Bodh Gaya? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.

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Actual Hotel Prices The average hotel room price in Bodh Gaya based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $34. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

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• Hotel Taj Darbar Budget Hotel - Kayak $ 24
• Hotel Delta International Luxury Hotel - Kayak $ 81

Transportation Budget in Bodh Gaya

The cost of a taxi ride in Bodh Gaya is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $23 (₨1,929) per person, per day, on local transportation in Bodh Gaya.

• Transportation 1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc. $ 23 ₨ 1,929

Recommended Services

• Private Transfer from Bodhgaya Hotel to Gaya Airport Viator $ 13
• Private Transfer from Bodhgaya Airport Viator $ 13

Flights to Bodh Gaya

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While meal prices in Bodh Gaya can vary, the average cost of food in Bodh Gaya is $16 (₨1,314) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Bodh Gaya should cost around $6.29 (₨526) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Bodh Gaya is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.

• Food 2 Meals for one day $ 16 ₨ 1,314

Entertainment Budget in Bodh Gaya

Entertainment and activities in Bodh Gaya typically cost an average of $9.82 (₨821) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.

• Entertainment 1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc. $ 9.82 ₨ 821

Recommended Activities

• Full Day Tour in Bodhgaya Hotel pick up Viator $ 32
• Excursion tour of Rajgir & Nalanda from Bodhgaya Viator $ 63

Alcohol Budget in Bodh Gaya

The average person spends about $5.64 (₨471) on alcoholic beverages in Bodh Gaya per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.

• Alcohol 2 Drinks for one day $ 5.64 ₨ 471

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