Mahabodhi Temple

Mahabodhi temple is the temple of Buddha located in Bihar state. This place was recognized as the UNESCO World Heritage site in 2002.

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How To Reach Mahabodhi Temple

By Air

The nearest airport, Gaya, is roughly 17 kilometers from the town of Bodh Gaya. The airport has direct flights to Kolkata, Bombay, Delhi, Ranchi, and Lucknow by flights.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Gaya, which is 12 kilometers from Bodhgaya. Numerous local transportation is available from Gaya to Bodhgaya.

By Bus

Bodh Gaya is well connected by road to Gaya (12 kilometers), Patna (178 kilometers via Rajgir and Nalanda), and Varanasi (245 km).

Mahabodhi Temple, Patna, Bihar

Mahabodhi Temple is one of the major pilgrimage destinations in India for Buddhists. It is situated in the Bodh Gaya village of Bihar state. This is the spot where buddha gets enlightenment and one of the oldest brick temples in India. There is a Bodhi tree near this temple where Buddha sat until he gained enlightenment. At the southeast corner of the temple, you will find one of the most popular Ashoka's many pillars. Buddha Temple & Bodhi tree is covered with stone railings. So many foreigners visit here throughout the year.

 

How to reach Mahabodhi Temple

By Air

The nearest airport, Gaya, is roughly 17 kilometres from the town of Bodh Gaya. The airport has direct flights to Kolkata, Bombay, Delhi, Ranchi, and Lucknow by flights.

By Rail

The nearest railway station is Gaya, which is 12 kilometres from Bodhgaya. Numerous local transportation is available from Gaya to BodhGaya.

By Road

Bodh Gaya is well connected by road to Gaya (12 kilometres), Patna (178 kilometres via Rajgir and Nalanda), and Varanasi (245kms).

 

Timings

  • 5:00 am. to 9:00 pm every day.

Entry fee

  • There are no entry fees to visit this temple. However, you need to pay 100 rs for cameras and 300 rs for video cameras.

 

Things to do in Mahabodhi Temple

The main attraction of the Bodh Gaya temple is the Bodhi tree, under which Buddha sat to meditate for three days and three nights before attaining enlightenment. But there are many other things you can do like:

1. Meditate at the temple complex 

Meditation is one of the best things you can do on campus and have peace in your mind.

2. Attend puja

Here you can offer devotional homage and be a part of Buddhist prayers and perform worship ritual

3. Explore Near Places 

Here, you can visit all the places related to Buddha such as the Bodhi tree, Animesh Lochana and Mahabodhi temple.

4. Explore Muchalinda Lake

It is located near the main temple. As per Mahabodhi temple history it is believed that when Gautum Buddha was meditating, there was a storm at that time, and it was at this time that the serpent king Mucalinda protected him. It is a very peaceful place. There is also a structure in the center of the lake that describes the whole story. The lake is a must visit when visiting Mahabodhi temple.

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