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The holiest site in Buddhism — the Mahabodhi Temple complex (UNESCO) marks the spot under the Bodhi Tree where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment 2,500 years ago. Visited by millions.
Must-see highlights
Mahabodhi Temple (UNESCO World Heritage)
Bodhi Tree (original ficus)
80-ft Great Buddha statue
Japanese Temple & Gardens
Tibetan Monastery complex
Sujata Stupa (Bakraur)
Royal Bhutan Monastery
Meditation at Mahabodhi garden
Thai Temple
Daijokyo Buddhist Temple
Siam Temple
Chinese Temple
On the map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Gaya 13km · Gaya Airport 10km
Nearby attractions
Mahabodhi TempleBodhi TreeGreat Buddha StatueDungeshwari CaveThai MonasteryRajgir (90km)
How to get here
Delhi → Gaya
flight · 1.5h
₹5,000
approx.
Patna → Gaya
train · 2h
₹150
approx.
Patna → Bodh Gaya
bus · 4h
₹180
approx.
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Add to my tripBest Time to Visit
October – March
Nearest Transport
Gaya13 km
Gaya Airport10 km
Stay Options
budget₹500/night
mid₹1,500/night
luxury₹5,000/night
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