Mahabodhi Temple — History, Darshan Timings, How to Reach & Travel Guide
A UNESCO World Heritage Buddhist temple marking the site where Buddha is believed to have attained enlightenment.
1. About Mahabodhi Temple
Location: Bodh Gaya, Bihar
State: Bihar
Deity: Lord Buddha
Category: Temple
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2. History of Mahabodhi Temple
Mahabodhi Temple stands beside the descendant of the original Bodhi Tree, under which Siddhartha Gautama is believed to have attained enlightenment. Portions of the temple date back over 1,400 years, making it one of the earliest surviving Buddhist brick structures in India, and it remains a major pilgrimage site for Buddhists worldwide.
3. Darshan Timings
Open from around 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
4. How to Reach
Bodh Gaya has its own airport; nearest major railway station is Gaya, about 13 km away.
5. Nearby Places
Great Buddha Statue, Thai Monastery, and Sujata Stupa.