We booked an entire auto near Mahabodhi temple to reach Sujata Temple as well as Sujata Garh – both near each other and across the river Niranjana known as Falgu in Gaya. The auto charged …
Sujata Garh, Senani (Bakraur Village)
Note: The ancient place where Sujata of village Senani (Bakraur) had offered milk-rice to Siddhartha under the Banyan tree is nearby and visible from Sujata Garh. One should visit. The guide enhanced our knowledge – …
About: Sujata Garh (Bakraur Village) – The Residence
इस ईंट स्तूप का निर्माण भगवान बुद्ध को दूध चावल चढ़ाने वाली युवती सुजाता के निवास की स्मृति में किया गया था। इसे उत्खनन के माध्यम से स्थापित किया गया है, जिसमें 8वीं-9वीं शताब्दी ईस्वी …
Bodhi Tree (The Place of Enlightenment), Mahabodhi Temple
Bodhi Pallanka (The Place of Enlightenment) Prince Siddhartha attained Buddhahood (full enlightenment) in the year 623 B.C. on the Vaisakha full Moonday sitting under this Peepul (Bodhi) tree. The Vajrasana or the diamond throne which …
About: Animeshlochan, Mahabodhi Temple
After attaining Buddhahood, Lord Buddha spent the second week here gazing at the Bodhi Tree. Entry Pass (Free) for temple visitors. The camera Fee is Rs. 100. Click to learn more about Animeshlochan.
About: Ajapala Nigrodha Tree (Vat Vriksha), Mahabodhi Temple
After attaining Buddhahood, Lord Buddha spent the fifth week in meditation at this place. In answer to the question of a Brahmin, Buddha said – a man becomes a Brahmin by karma and not by …
A Brief History of Mahabodhi Temple – Built in 6th Century
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Masala Lemon Tea (Nimbu Chai) as Evening Drink
Masala Lemon Tea (Nimbu Chai) as Evening Drink – This photo was taken near Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya (Bihar). As there was almost a rush around a person I stopped to know what was happening. …
My Favourite Eating Places In and Around Bodhgaya
We reached Bodhgaya during the end of the off-season. Upon the query about fewer eating place options, we were told during the season i.e., from October till February there are many restaurants in Bodhgaya – …