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The place
Bodh Gaya, where Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree; Nalanda, the world's earliest residential university; Rajgir's hot springs and Jain temples - Bihar is where Indian history, philosophy and spirituality all begin.
Signature moments
Things to do
Sit in silent meditation at the exact spot where the Buddha attained enlightenment, surrounded by pilgrims chanting in dozens of languages.
Walk the brick avenues of the world's earliest university, where Xuanzang studied for 7 years in the 7th century.
Single-seat chairlift up Ratnagiri Hill to the white Peace Pagoda - sweeping views across the Magadha hills.
Witness the gilded inner sanctum lit by hundreds of butter lamps as monks chant the Heart Sutra.
The gallery
Good to know
The Buddhist Circuit pilgrimage flows naturally over 5–7 days; allow at least 2 nights at Bodh Gaya.
Bihar is largely a dry state - alcohol is prohibited and enforcement is strict.
Patna airport has good connectivity to Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata; Gaya airport receives international Buddhist pilgrim flights.
Modest dress is expected at all temple complexes; remove footwear before entry.
Litti chokha - the traditional roasted wheat-ball dish - is a Bihar must-try.
