Bodhgaya Temple

BTMC Observes Kartik Purnima with Sanghadāna and Sacred Illuminations

In Buddhism, Kartik Purnima is a holy day for spiritual reflection, devotion, and merit-making, often focusing on events from the life of the Buddha and important disciples. On this auspicious day, the Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee also organized a Sanghadāna for the Venerable monks and nuns from various monasteries of Bodhgaya. In the evening, special […]

Maha Kathina Cīvara Dāna Observed Under the Sacred Bodhi Tree

The Maha Kathina Cīvara Dāna Ceremony was observed with solemn devotion beneath the sacred Bodhi Tree at the Mahabodhi Mahāvihāra Temple, Bodhgaya — the holiest site marking the Enlightenment of Lord Buddha. The auspicious event was graciously sponsored by the Most Venerable Somdet Phra Dhīrañāṇamunī, Deputy Sangharāja of Thailand, together with his devoted disciples. Organised […]

Mahabodhi Temple Illuminated in Red to Mark International Dyslexia Awareness Day

The Mahabodhi Mahavihara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was illuminated in red this evening ( on 26th October) to mark the International Dyslexia Awareness Day. The initiative was undertaken in response to the call from the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, following communication from UNESCO MGIEP, to light up UNESCO Heritage Sites and key […]