Is Bodh Gaya open to non-Buddhists and tourists?

Yes. The Mahabodhi Temple Complex welcomes visitors of all faiths and none. You're asked to respect the site's purpose — dress modestly, stay quiet, move clockwise and avoid disturbing those at prayer — but you don't have to be Buddhist to visit.

How much does it cost to enter the Mahabodhi Temple?

Entry to the temple complex is free. There is only a small camera/photography fee (commonly cited at around ₹100 for stills and ₹300 for video), and phones may be restricted in the inner sanctum. Fees and rules change, so confirm at the entrance.

What is the best time of year to visit?

October to February, when the weather is cool and dry. Buddha Purnima (around May) is the most important festival but falls in the hot season; the occasional Kalachakra teaching in winter is a major draw when it's held.

How do I get to Bodh Gaya?

Fly into Gaya International Airport (about 12–15 km away) or the larger Patna airport (~110 km), or take a train to Gaya Junction from Patna, Varanasi, Kolkata or Delhi, then a short taxi to Bodh Gaya.

Can Pakistani citizens visit Bodh Gaya?

It's currently very difficult. India does not offer normal tourist or e-Visas to Pakistani nationals; the restricted visit-visa process is slow, purpose-limited and subject to Indian Home Ministry clearance, and has at times been suspended. Check the latest status before planning. Nepal's Lumbini, by contrast, is reachable on a visa on arrival.

Is the Bodhi Tree the original tree?

No, but it is held to be a direct descendant of it. The lineage has been propagated and replanted over more than two thousand years, including via cuttings taken to Sri Lanka in Ashoka's time and brought back to replace lost trees.

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