Major Landmarks to Visit in Bodh Gaya
- Mahabodhi Temple Complex & Bodhi Tree: The supreme sanctuary of Buddhist enlightenment.
- Great Buddha Statue (80 Ft): Impressive outdoor meditative statue surrounded by ten principal disciples.
- Royal Thai Monastery: Iconic sloped gold-leaf roof and lush gardens.
- Indosan Nipponji Japanese Temple: Authentic Japanese cedar construction with minimalist zen aesthetics.
- Royal Bhutan Monastery: Colorful Buddhist frescoes and serene prayer wheels.
- Sujata Kuti & Niranjana River: Located in Bakraur across the river, honoring maiden Sujata who offered kheer to the ascetic Gautama.
- Dungeshwari Cave Temples (Pragbodhi): The hilltop cliff caves where the Buddha practiced six years of extreme austerities.