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Mahabodhi Temple Complex

Buddhist pilgrimage complex associated with the Buddha’s enlightenment

Photo: Bpilgrim · CC BY-SA 2.5 · Wikimedia Commons

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01 — The story

The story

At the Bodhi Tree, a global spiritual story meets a living place of worship.

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02 — About

About Mahabodhi Temple Complex

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We’re still writing about Mahabodhi Temple Complex: its history, what’s there and why it’s worth the trip.

03 — Plan your visit

Plan your visit

When to go

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Good time to go This month

Time of day
Early morning or evening
Crowds
High in pilgrimage season

Time and effort

Easy

Trek duration
1.5–3 hours

Tickets and permits

Entry fee
Entry may be free but special services vary
Parking
Use designated parking/drop-off zones
Permits
Security and religious-site rules apply

On the ground

Local food
Tilkut, anarsa, local thali

Stay safe

Respect prayer areas, footwear and photography restrictions

Where it is

Gaya, Bihar

24.70° N 84.99° E

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