While these locations can potentially top your list when visiting the state, the city of Gaya, an half-an-hour ride from Bodh Gaya, cannot be missed out upon. A place sanctified by Jain, Hindu, and Buddhists faiths, Gaya is strapped on three sides by hills and the fourth by a river. The second largest city after the state capital of Patna, Gaya is situated at the banks of the Phalgu River or Niranjana as mentioned in the ancient Hindu text, Ramayana.
It is believed to be the place where Rama visited to complete the final rites of his father. Referred to as Gayapuri in the Mahabharata, the city derives its name from the mythological demon Gayasur. It is said that his body was transformed into a series of hills after he secured the blessings of Lord Vishnu that in modern day surround Gaya.
Consisting of a shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple is said to be constructed on the footprints of Lord Vishnu giving the revered place its name. Close to the temple, one will discover a flight of steps leading upto the Brahmajuni Hills from where a breathtaking sight of the temple and its surrounding areas are on offer.
The next sight that you cannot miss out on is the Mangla Gauri Temple, which is a short distance away from the Vishnupad Temple.
Mentioned in numerous puranas, the temple is a part of the eighteen maha shaktipeeth temples. Not too far from Gaya lie the Barabar Hill Caves. The oldest dating rock-cut caves from the Mauryan times contain rare Hindu and Buddhist scriptures. Containing four caves--Karan Chaupar, Lomas Rishi, Sudama, and Visvakarma--the caves are said to have had a great influence on the rock-cut architecture of the country.
Another series of caves that are nearby are the Mahakala Caves, also known as the Dungeshwari Caves. The Tibetan monastery is known for its giant prayer wheel. Tourist Tip: Most of these monasteries close during afternoon hours and also early in the evening, so early morning visits are recommended.
Known as the 80 feet Buddha, sitting in meditation on a lotus, this was the largest Buddha statue in India when it was inaugurated by the current Dalai Lama in Built over a period of seven years with the help of 12, masons and situated next to the Mahabodhi Temple Complex, this statue makes you feel like a speck in space.
Visit to admire its meditative simplicity. The museum also houses other artifacts recovered during the extensive excavations of the area. Bodhgaya is one of the most important stops on the Buddhism tourist circuit. However, the Nalanda ruins Buddhist Mahaviharas and one of the oldest ancient universities in the world and the Xuanxang memorials are as important and make for a memorable day trip. We and our partners use cookies to better understand your needs, improve performance and provide you with personalised content and advertisements.
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A main road connects the town of Bodh Gaya to the city of Gaya. You can hire cabs or take a bus. We use cookies to ensure that you have the best experience on our website.
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