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The 80ft Buddha statue is one of the many stops in the Buddhist pilgrimage and tourist routes in Bodh Gaya, Bihar (India).  The great statue is a mix of sandstone blocks and red granite. It is possibly the largest built in India and was consecrated on 18 November 1989 by the 14th Dalai Lama. The foundation stone for the statue was placed in 1982.

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At a Glance

One of the tallest Buddha statues in India, this magnificent 80-foot-tall structure in Bodh Gaya was inaugurated in 1989. It is made of sandstone and red granite and depicts Lord Buddha in deep meditation.  The statue is surrounded by smaller statues of Buddha’s disciples and is an iconic symbol of peace and enlightenment.

Travel Information

Location

Location

Giant Buddha Statue, Bodh Gaya, Gaya Ji, Bihar - 824231

Cultural Etiquette

Cultural Etiquette

Dress modestly; maintain silence; respect the sanctity of the site.

Local Transport

Local Transport

Auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws within Bodh Gaya.

Nearby Stays

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Hotel Bodh Gaya Gautam

Do Muhan Road
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Hotel Sujata

Near Thai Temple Bodhgaya
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Hotel Urubela International

Spanish Temple, Bodhgaya
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