People from various parts of the world love to visit Gaya as it is a place revered by Buddhists , Hindus and others too. There are so many tourist attractions in this place. The North Indian food available in Gaya can be lip-smacking for those who love it!

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About Gaya

Almost everyone interested in travelling make it a point to visit Gaya which is the second largest city in the state of Bihar. Both Hindus and Buddhists consider this place as sacred. It is situated nearly 100 kilometres from Patna. Surrounded by hills , Gaya is located near the Phalgu River. Nature’s beauty , ancient buildings , narrow streets and holy ambience make this place a treat to tourists. Most of the pilgrims visit Gaya between September and October.

Places of importance in Gaya

Mahabodhi Temple: This temple belongs to the seventh century though it was repaired and reconstructed in the year 1880. Both Hindus and Buddhists visit this ancient temple.

Barabar caves: Tourists should not miss these caves which are rock-cut structures with inscriptions on the walls. These caves are an architectural marvel as they are cut with ‘laser-like’ precision in an era when technology didn’t exist!

The list doesn’t end there. Here are other places every tourist should visit in Gaya.

• Bodhi Tree
• Dungeshwari Cave Temples
• Vishnupad Temple
• Gaya Museum
• Royal Bhutan Monastery
• Chinese Temple And Monastery
• Muchalinda Lake
• Bodhgaya Archaeological Museum
• Thai Temple And Monastery

Foods to enjoy in Gaya

The popular foods in Gaya are chaat , khichdi , kopal ki kofta , kadhi bari , sukhaota , sattu ka roti , bari dal , pua , pittha , baigan bharta , litti chhokha , marua-ka-roti and sattu. Sweets like anarsa , khaja , kesaria peda , lai , tilkut are also famous here. Street foods like samosa , aloo chaat , bhunjia , bhurta , bajka and kachori are a feast to the taste buds.

Where to shop in Gaya

• Tibetan Refugee Market
• Mahabodhi Bookshop
• Gola Bazaar
• Bodhgaya Handicrafts
• Kundan Bazaar

When is the right time to visit Gaya?

Generally , pilgrims prefer to visit Gaya any time during the year. But the ideal time to visit this place is between October to March. The weather tends to be pleasant during that period and helps tourists enjoy the sightseeing at that time of the year.

How is the weather in Gaya?

Gaya has flowing rivers on a side and hills on other sides. This geographical condition affects its weather. So , summers are generally hot and winters tend to be cool in this place. The weather is humid-subtropical climate.

Gaya Airport

Gaya Airport (also known as Bodhgaya Airport) is situated 12 kilometres away from Gaya. This airport ranks second when it comes to the busiest airports of Bihar. There are international flights to help pilgrims from Bhutan , Sri Lanka , Myanmar and Thailand.

Facilities at the Gaya airport

Baggage Services: There is baggage facility (complementary) for passengers. There are special services for physically challenged and senior citizens.

Shop and Eat: Eateries , cafes , restaurants , bakeries , book store , medical store and even a stationary shop are available in the airport.

Duty-Free shops: There is a duty-free shop to buy imported liquor , cosmetics and fashion apparel.

Tourists can enjoy and feel refreshed after visiting Gaya and it doesn’t cost a lot as Paytm offers cheap air tickets.

About Chennai

Chennai familiarly known as the Gateway of south India is the capital city of Tamil Nadu. It is situated on the Coromandel Coast and is among the most popular cities of South India. This place is a prominent cultural and economic centre of South India. Tamil is the language spoken by the people of Chennai.

How to reach Chennai airport

You can reach Chennai airport by catching a prepaid taxi , auto rickshaw , bus or a shared cab. The airport is nearly 21 kilometres from the city. It is in Meenambakkam.

Information about Chennai airport

In India , the airport of Chennai is said to be the 4th busiest airport. As far as its size is concerned , it is the 3rd largest in India. The domestic and international terminals are next to each other here. Tourists planning to visit Gaya can get Chennai to Gaya flights from this airport.

Facilities in Chennai airport

There are food courts , retiring rooms , wi-fi , duty-free shops , ATMs , child-care rooms , currency exchange , luggage locker , wheel-chair facility , a spa and a pharmacy too.

Online web checkIn

Many airline operators have successfully automated the process and are offering the facility of online web checkIn. In order to avail that facility while travelling to Gaya , book Chennai to Gaya flights online using Paytm.