Bodh Gaya

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• Visit the Dungeshwari Caves, where Siddhartha Gautama practised severe austerities during his search for enlightenment. Explore the simple caves and shrines while learning how this period helped lead him toward the Middle Way.

• Visit Sujata Stupa, dedicated to Sujata, who offered milk-rice to Siddhartha after years of severe fasting. Her offering helped him regain his strength and marked an important turning point toward the Middle Way and enlightenment.

• Visit the Metta Buddha, a modern Buddhist monument dedicated to the teaching of loving-kindness. In Pali, metta means goodwill or universal kindness. The peaceful setting offers time for meditation or quiet reflection and provides a meaningful reminder of compassion as a central Buddhist value.

• Visit the Great Buddha Statue, one of Bodhgayau2019s most recognisable landmarks. The impressive 80-foot statue depicts the Buddha in meditation and is surrounded by smaller statues of his disciples.

• Visit the Indosan Nipponji Japanese Temple, one of Bodhgayau2019s well-known international Buddhist temples. Built in traditional Japanese style, the temple features wooden architecture and artwork depicting scenes from the Buddhau2019s life.

• Visit the sacred Bodhi Tree beside the Mahabodhi Temple, believed to be a direct descendant of the original tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment. Take time for quiet reflection, prayer, or meditation in one of Bodhgayau2019s most peaceful and important Buddhist sites.

• Visit the UNESCO-listed Mahabodhi Temple, marking the place where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment and became the Buddha. Explore the temple complex and spend time at the sacred Bodhi Tree, with an opportunity for prayer, meditation and quiet reflection.

Good to know

• Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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