Said to have been the place where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment while meditating under the Bodhi tree, Bodh Gaya is one of the four main pilgrimage sites in association with Buddhism. A much sought-after destination, this religious land, along with Nalanda, attracts hordes of tourists and devotees from all over the world to Bihar. While these locations can potentially top your list when visiting the state, the city of Gaya, an half-an-hour ride from Bodh Gaya, cannot be missed out upon.
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A Guide To Visiting Gaya, The Holy City Of Bihar
There are plenty of reasons to draw one to Gaya, and that it is where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment under a tree is only one of them

The Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya is a popular spot for Buddhist pilgrims
The Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya is a popular spot for Buddhist pilgrims

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