BODHGAYA - a soulful retreat |
Bodhgaya, a place where your mind meets your soul. Bodh Gaya is the most important Buddhist pilgrimage destination in the world. Located in the Indian state of Bihar. It is here that Lord Buddha became enlightened during intense meditation under a Maha Bodhi tree. The exact spot is now marked by the sprawling Mahabodhi temple complex. In this very serene place, monks from all over the world can be found sitting at the foot of an enormous Buddha statue, reading holyscriptures, and in deep contemplation. People from all over the world come here to enjoy the silence and peacefulness of this place. The elaborately carved Mahabodhi temple, Buddhism`s holiest shrine, along with the very ornate Thai temple, shimmering with gold is the biggest attractions at Bodh Gaya. The town is a home to dozens of Buddhist monasteries, maintained by various Buddhist countries. Resulting in an increasing number of foreign visitors at Bodh Gaya each year. The biggest festival in Bodh Gaya is Buddha Jayanti, held on a full moon in late April or May each year. The festival celebrates Lord Buddha`s birthday.Ideally, the best time to visit weather-wise is between November and February as the weather is extremely calm and silent, blending well with the meditative environment of the town.
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