Bodhi Tree

The Bodhi Tree is a large and ancient tree that is said to have been grown from the sapling of the tree under which Siddhartha Gautama is said to have attained enlightenment, becoming the Buddha.

There is no definitive answer to this question as the development of the Mahabodhi Temple around the Bodhi Tree is a topic of much scholarly debate. Some scholars argue that the Mahabodhi Temple was originally constructed in the 5th century CE, while others claim that it was not built until the 8th century CE. Additionally, there is no agreement on the exact location of the Mahabodhi Temple around the Bodhi Tree. Some scholars argue that the temple was built on the exact spot where the Bodhi Tree is located, while others claim that it was built slightly to the east or west of the tree.

There is no definitive answer to this question as different people may associate different items with the Bodhi Tree. Some people may use prayer beads to pray and meditate near the tree, while others may use different items such as statues or photos of the tree.

Bodhi Day is a Buddhist holiday celebrated on December 8th. It commemorates the day when Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism, is said to have attained enlightenment or bodhi under a pipal tree.

The best time to visit Bodhi Tree is during the winter season when the weather is cool and pleasant.