BodhGaya In Bihar(India): Once In Lifetime for All To Visit…
If you are looking for a wonderful spiritual destination with tranquility than Bodhgaya is the place that you must plan and visit.
Bodh Gaya basically famous as religious destination for Buddhist pilgrimage. It is place where lord Buddha got enlightenment under the Pipal tree. It’s one of the holiest and sacred place for any Buddhist in the world. But the most important fact besides its religious image is spiritual attractions like meditation and spiritual odyssey.
Bodhgaya the name that create an image of “Destination of Buddhist”. But very few people know that it’s a beautiful spiritual destination for attaining peace of mind and leisure in tranquility. A destination that will remind you glory of truth and non-violence. Chants of BodhBhikshu(monk) would offer you cool and relaxing mood to rejoice.
A spiritual destination that you must visit once in your lifetime. Peaceful and sacred destination with enchanting sound of cool meditation. Its vibration will pull you and not let you go to ..
KAL CHAKRA, Bodhgaya
This is a sacred event where key Buddhist teachings are passed on to devotees. The word Kalachakra actually means “wheel of time” in Vajrayana Buddhism.
The Dalai Lama explained the event in this way: “Many of you have come here, leaving the comforts of your home, for spiritual practice and dharma (law of the universe). “But regarding spirituality, you need to practise in order to draw blessings of the Kalachakra. “Through mere prayers you can’t draw this kind of inspiration and therefore you must strive for transformation of your mind and to the best your ability, try to integrate the teachings and train your mind. “The purpose of receiving the Kalachakra initiation is to make transformation within oneself. Therefore, having come here for the Kalachakra, your goal should be that you will become better in your spiritual practice. If you can do that, the purpose of coming here is served.”
Photo- Kalachakra
Why Bodhgaya in Bihar?
Bodh Gaya is a sacred pilgrimage site for Buddhists in the Indian state of Bihar. One of the main gathering points is the Mahabodhi Temple Complex, which is where Gautama (Shakyamuni) Buddha is said to have obtained enlightenment under what became known as the Bodhi Tree.
The Dalai Lama said: “Bodh Gaya has been an extraordinarily sacred place for more than 2000 years old. It is the seat of Shakyamuni’s enlightenment and therefore is supremely holy place for all the Buddhists around the world. “Some of the great Nalanda and Tibetan masters have accomplished their practices here.”
What does the event include?
As well as the teachings, there are prayers and chanting and pilgrimages to key sites around Bodh Gaya. Some of the teachings make use of Shantideva’s ‘A Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life’ (Chodjug) and Kamalashila’s ‘The Middling States of Meditation’ (Gomrim Barpa). The event was opened with the ‘Guiding the Disciples Ceremony’ and verses recited to glorify Buddha, the Heart Sutra and the Kalachakra deity.
Places to visit
Nalanda – a site where ruined of one of ancient university of the world is located. It is a complex of ruined temples and monasteries also.
Rajgir- where lord Budha preached his first doctrine to disciple. Hot spring and caves are main attractions. There is a Shanti stupa and aerial rope way.
Itinerary: Patna- Nalanda-Rajgir- Bodhgaya-Patna
Accessibility: the place is well connected by road, rail and air. International flight also operates from it’s airport.
Accommodation: various types of accommodation facilities available in Bodhgaya that is starting from alternative type to luxury type to cater the need of different segments of tourists.
Shopping: wooden craft, stone craft, sandle wood craft, etc.
Best time to visit: October to March
If you choose to visit In the month of November then you will have advantage to observe the wonderful holy festival of Chhatha. You could fix your itinerary as per the time of this festival too.
CHHATHA
The celebration of Chhath puja may predate to ancient Vedas, as the rituals performed during the puja are similar to the ones mentioned in Rig Veda, in which the Sun god is worshipped. Chhath Puja is an important Hindu festival that is mainly celebrated in Bihar and some regions of Nepal. The puja is dedicated to the worship of the Sun god and his wife Usha. During the occasion, devotees perform puja to thank god for supporting life on earth and seek the divine couple’s blessing.
Note: Don’t forget to buy Khaja(sweets) of Silao on the way to Rajgir and enjoy famous Litti chokha and Chandrakala from Patna. Bihari traditional thali is also delicious.
Beware from thieves, robbers and cheating. Purchase items from authorized shops and emporium.
Book your trip in advance to avoid last minute rush and cancellations.
For detail information contact Bihar Tourism Department or govt. authorized tour operators.
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