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Mahabodhi Temple

Mahabodhi Temple, Bihar
Mahabodhi Temple, Bihar. / Matt Stabile, Flickr / CC BY 2.0

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One of the holiest sites for Buddhism. Located on the spot where Buddha attained enlightement. Its main element is a 55 metre high, richly decorated tower built in the 5th – 6th centuries and extensively restored in the 1880s.

6.1 out of 10 stars 61.1%

GPS coordinates
24.6959 N 84.9914 E
Location, address
Asia, India, Bihar, Gaya district, Bodh Gaya town

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