BodhGaya, India
Bodh Gaya is a holy destination situated in the Indian state Bihar in its Gaya district. Bodh Gaya is popularly known for being the place where Lord Buddha was got enlightenment and this is the reason, it is really a great place to visit for the followers of Buddhism. One can find here several important Buddhist architectures that amalgamate various cultures, centuries and inheritances. Bodh Gaya holiday packages are very popular among Buddhists and others as well.
Summer
Mid-March - end June
Temperature:24°C- 41°C
Monsoons
June - end September
Annual rainfall -250 cm
Winter
Late November To Mid-February
Temperature:18°C-28°C
Bodhi Sarovar:
This is the pond where Gautam has taken bath prior to going for meditation. The pond has great religious significance for Buddhists and worth visiting for all.
Bodhi Tree:
This is the tree under which Buddha attained the eternal knowledge of life and death. The existing tree of this place is more than 122 years old and has quadrangular stone railings of two different types.
Great Buddha Statue:
The 80-feet huge statue of Lord Buddha is the key attraction of Bodh Gaya, which is positioned in meditation posture over an inverted lotus. The statue is made of red granite and sandstone blocks.
Dungeswari Caves:
Located 12 km away from Bodh Gaya, these caves are mysterious and feature a statute of Buddha. These caves with statues, stone carvings, paintings, and graphics of Lord Buddha and his life, tell us the story of the life of Buddha.
Dungeswari Caves:
Located 12 km away from Bodh Gaya, these caves are mysterious and feature a statute of Buddha. These caves with statues, stone carvings, paintings, and graphics of Lord Buddha and his life, tell us the story of the life of Buddha.
Mahabodhi Temple:
Mahabodhi temple is an amazing expression of the architectural handiness of artisans and no one can save himself from admiring their architectural skills. This is a pyramid shaped temple with four towers decorating its four corners.
