अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न (FAQs)
What is the difference between Gaya and Bodh Gaya?
Gaya is the ancient Hindu pilgrimage city centered on Vishnupad Temple and Phalgu River rituals. Bodh Gaya is located 12 km south, serving as the Buddhist pilgrimage center where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment.
What is the significance of the Mahabodhi Temple?
The Mahabodhi Temple complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site marking the spot where Prince Siddhartha Gautama achieved supreme enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree (Ficus religiosa) in 531 BC.
Why is Gaya famous for Pind Daan?
Gaya is considered one of the most sacred spots in Hinduism to perform 'Pind Daan' (funeral offerings to ancestors) along the Phalgu River and inside Vishwamitra/Vishnupad temple to secure salvation (Moksha) for the departed.
What are the Barabar Caves?
The Barabar Caves are the oldest surviving rock-cut caves in India, dating to the Mauryan Empire (3rd century BC), featuring highly polished granite walls and early Buddhist/Ajivika inscriptions.