Gaya is a perfect spiritual place for Buddhists, which is located near Bodhgaya.
From October 27, 2024, Thai Airways will start direct flights to Gaya, India. Thai Airways invites travelers to experience the spiritual and historical significance of Gaya.
To know more about Gaya, the city of enlightenment, come let’s look on a journey of hidden treasures of Gaya.
Gaya is a very old city that is mentioned in Ramayana. There are peepul and banyan trees near the river, and it makes a pleasant place, and it is a perfect place to relax and peacefully. It is a popular place; from all destinations, people visit Gaya.
Buddha taught people when he was in Gaya, and a famous traveler Fa-Hien also visited Gaya. There are some places to visit, like the ruins of Nalanda and Manjhi’s Gehlaur.
Mahabodhi Temple
It is 9 kilometers distance from Gaya. For Buddhists, Bodhgaya is a special place where Buddha became enlightened. There is a large peepul tree in Bodhgaya where Buddha meditated. It is the most important historical and religious site you can visit. You can see a large Buddha statue in Bodhgaya.
Metta Buddharam Temple
In Bodhgaya, the Metta Buddharam Temple is a beautiful Thai temple. It’s made of stainless steel, and it has lots of mirrors. Inside, there is a meditation room, which is made of marble and has a wooden floor. It looks very pretty when it is lit up in the night.
Thai Monastery
It is 1 km from Bodhgaya. In 1956, the Thai government built it, and Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of India, requested it to strengthen the friendship between Thailand and India. This temple looks very decorative, and its environment is surrounded by greenery. You can find many carvings of Lord Buddha’s life.
And more places to visit like,
· Archaeological Museum of Bodhgaya
· The Vishnupad Temple
· Barabar Caves
There are many hotels near the Gaya, like Ajaatshatru and Hotel Delight. If you want a peaceful stay, you can choose Monastery or guest houses like Mahabodhi Mahavihara, Momotaro House, or the royal Bhutan monastery.
You can find many restaurants; that serve fast food and local dishes. At Shri Ram Tilkut Bhandar, you can find local food like Anarsa and Tilkut. At Manoj Jalpaan, you can find samosas. Shree Parampuri has many different drinks, and chaat and golgappa are available at Krishna Mishthaan Bhandar.
There are some places to visit more, like Dalmia Sons Handloom, the best place for fabrics. For handicrafts, figurines, and souvenirs. From October to March, you can find winter clothes, gadgets, and shoes for cheap prices at the Tibetan refugee market in Bodhgaya.
