My routes across India, city by city. Kept for memory, shared if you plan to backpack around India too.

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Total stops

Bodh Gaya, Bihar: places to visit, food to try, travel notes, and map.

State: Bihar Region: Eastern Category: Temple Tour, Monuments and Museums, Backpacker Accommodation: Hotels Travel: Auto, Bike Rental

Must visit

  • Mahabodhi Temple
  • Bodhi Tree
  • Great Buddha Statue
  • Thai Monastery
  • Japanese Temple
  • Dungeshwari Cave (Sujata Stupa)

Must try

  • Sit under the Bodhi Tree in meditation (even if you're not Buddhist)
  • Visit Mahabodhi at 5am for the morning prayer
  • Tibetan food at monasteries
  • Witness the international Buddhist prayer congregation
  • Walk the Chakramarana (walking meditation path)
  • Bodhgaya Market for Buddhist artifacts