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Religious Sites
Mahabodhi Temple
bodh gaya, India
The Mahabodhi Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Bodh Gaya, India, and is revered as the place where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment and became the Buddha. Its unique feature is the towering 50-meter high pyramidal structure known as the Mahabodhi Stupa, which is surrounded by lush gardens and features a sacred Bodhi tree, believed to be a direct descendant of the original tree under which the Buddha meditated.
Best time to visit
Winter
Insider tip
Visit early in the morning to avoid crowds and experience a peaceful atmosphere for meditation....
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