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36 Best Bodh Gaya Visiting Places for a Sacred and Cultural Journey

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Bodh Gaya—the sacred land where Prince Siddhartha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree and became the Buddha—is one of the most revered spiritual destinations in the world. Located in Bihar, India, this timeless town holds immense significance for Buddhists and spiritual seekers from across the globe. From peaceful monasteries to ancient caves, every corner of Bodh Gaya tells a story of awakening, wisdom, and inner peace.As the epicenter of Buddhist pilgrimage, Bodh Gaya attracts monks, pilgrims, travelers, and history lovers who come to experience its divine atmosphere. But beyond its spiritual aura,…

Virtual Pind daan: The Festival of Souls

Virtual Pinddaan Duration ~1 day, Price - Rs 6550/- all inclusive Pitripaksh or the pitru-paksh is the 16 day lunar period in the Hindu calendar when people pay homage to their ancestors by offering pinddaan. Gayaji has been the center of the pinddaan activity. Various legends are associated with this place as Lord Rama and Goddess Sita had offered Pinddaan for King Dashratha after his death and since then this place has continued to be the  center for performing this ritual and religious function every year. In the year 2023, pitripaksha starts…

Guided Rajgir Tour

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Previous Next Rajgir, comes from the word Raj Griha meaning the house of the Royals. Rajgir was the earliest capital of Magadh Kingdom and thereby has a great historical importance. Its picturesque landscape adds to its historical value attracting tourists all over the world. This place is closely associated with Gautam Buddha, the founder of Buddhism and Mahavira, the twenty fourth tirthankar of Jainism. It is a perfect holiday retreat for religious, historical or adventure tourists. Be it the thrilling ropeway ride to Vishwa Shanti Stupa or the Saptaparni Gufa or the…

Tour of Holy City of Gaya

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Previous Next Gaya is believed to be named after the demon Gayasur who after practising severe penance had received a boon from Lord Vishnu after which his body became pious. Gaya finds mention in the Hindu epic Ramayana and Mahabharat. It is a major pilgrimage site for Hindus for performing Pinddaan of their ancestors. Hindus from all over the world come to Vishnupad temple for performing Pinddaan. Mangla Gauri is another famous pilgrimage site for the Hindus as it is one of the eighteen Shaktipeeths of Goddess Sati. Bodh Gaya, the centre…