Religious site
Sujata Stupa
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Sujata Stupa is a modest brick-and-plaster mound located in the village of Bakraur, just across the Phalgu River from Bodh Gaya. It commemorates the offering of kheer (milk-rice) by the village woman Sujata to the ascetic Siddhartha, which gave him strength to meditate and attain enlightenment. Visitors see a restored stupa with a small shrine, surrounded by rural fields. The site offers a quieter, more reflective experience compared to the bustling Mahabodhi Temple, and is a poignant reminder of the human kindness that preceded the Buddha's awakening.
Don't miss
- Climb the stupa platform for views of the surrounding countryside and the distant Mahabodhi Temple spire.
- Visit the adjacent Sujata Temple, a small modern shrine honoring the donor.
- Walk the path from Bakraur village to the stupa, imagining Sujata's journey with her offering.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Sujata Stupa
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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