Explore the spiritual journey of Buddhist pilgrimage with Bodhisattva Travels, your expert guide to the sacred sites of India and Nepal. Walk in the footsteps of the Buddha at Lumbini, Bodhgaya, Sarnath, Kushinagar, Rajgir, Vaishali, Sankasya, and Sravasti — the iconic locations of the Buddhist Circuit. We also offer diverse travel experiences including wildlife safaris, adventure tours, heritage explorations, and educational trips. Discover the origins of Buddhism and immerse yourself in its rich history and practices with our tailored tours
Explore the spiritual journey of Buddhist pilgrimage with Bodhisattva Travels, your expert guide to the sacred sites of India and Nepal. Walk in the footsteps of the Buddha at Lumbini, Bodhgaya, Sarnath, Kushinagar, Rajgir, Vaishali, Sankasya, and Sravasti — the iconic locations of the Buddhist Circuit. We also offer diverse travel experiences including wildlife safaris, adventure tours, heritage explorations, and educational trips. Discover the origins of Buddhism and immerse yourself in its rich history and practices with our tailored tours
Explore the spiritual journey of Buddhist pilgrimage with Bodhisattva Travels, your expert guide to the sacred sites of India and Nepal. Walk in the footsteps of the Buddha at Lumbini, Bodhgaya, Sarnath, Kushinagar, Rajgir, Vaishali, Sankasya, and Sravasti — the iconic locations of the Buddhist Circuit. We also offer diverse travel experiences including wildlife safaris, adventure tours, heritage explorations, and educational trips. Discover the origins of Buddhism and immerse yourself in its rich history and practices with our tailored tours
Buddhism’s journey to Myanmar is a tale of resilience, cultural exchange, and royal patronage. While the 11th century proved to be a challenging period for Buddhism in South and Southeast Asia, Myanmar emerged as a stronghold of Theravāda Buddhism. This […]
The Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya stands as one of the most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage sites in the world. This UNESCO World Heritage Site marks the very spot where Prince Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment and became the Buddha over 2,500 years […]
The Sacred Tooth Relic of Buddha is one of the most revered objects in Buddhism, symbolizing faith, resilience, and devotion. Its story spans over 2,500 years, marked by miracles, wars, theft, destruction, and even terrorist attacks. Today, it rests in […]
Sri Lanka holds a unique place in the history of Buddhism, as it is home to the world’s oldest continuing Buddhist civilization. The island nation not only embraced the teachings of the Buddha early on but has also weathered numerous […]
Nalanda Before the Flames – The Jewel of Ancient India Long before Oxford or Harvard, the world looked to Nalanda. Established in the 5th century CE under the Gupta dynasty, Nalanda Mahavihara was not merely a university—it was a civilization […]
Sarnath, is located around 10 km from the ancient city of Varanasi and is one of the most important centers of pilgrimage for the Buddhists. It was here where Buddha preached his first sermon and the Dhammacakkra was set rolling through the preaching of Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta.
Buddha attained supreme enlightenment in Bodhgaya at the age of 35 years on the full moon night of Vesak month. After attaining enlightenment, Buddha spent the next seven weeks here, which were filled with profound spiritual significance and extraordinary events.
As Siddhartha crossed the gate, Mara, the lord of illusion, appeared in the air. Mara tempted him, promising that in seven days, Siddhartha would become a universal monarch if he stayed. But Siddhartha refused, determined to seek a path to end all suffering.
For devout followers of Buddhism and spiritual seekers alike, the Eight Great Places of Buddhist Pilgrimage stand as profound reminders of the Buddha’s journey to enlightenment and his enduring legacy. These sacred sites inspire faith and reverence and offer an opportunity to retrace the steps of the Enlightened One.