History of Gaya
Mythology says that Gaya got its name from the mighty Gayasura who attacked Heaven to avenge the slaying of his father Tripuarasur, the holy demon.
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Tourist Attraction
Gaya, serenely placed on the banks of Falgu River is a major pilgrim center of the Hindus, perhaps it is the most auspicious place to perform the ritual of Pind Dan .... read more...
Weather of Gaya
The holy city of Gaya is situated in the eastern parts of India in the state of Bihar. The place enjoys a pleasant climatic conditions with temperature hovering around 38 'C during summer. read more...
Place to See Near Gaya
The ancient city of Gaya is the epicenter of Hindu and Buddhist culture. The place is one of the famous pilgrim destinations of the Vaishnavites in particular and Hindus in general. There are several places in and around Gaya which are worth visiting.
Parasnath hill
Parasnath hill is a popular Jain pilgrim spot located in Gaya. Jain religious scriptures say that out of 24 Jain Tirthankars, 22 obtained salvation here. A large number of Jain devotees come to this place.
Pawapuri
90 kilometers away from Gaya is another famous place of the Jain followers. This place is of immense significance as the great Mahavir is said to have breathed his last here. Footprints of Mahavir are there at the centre while those of his two disciples are on the left and right. The Jalmandir or Temple on water on the Kamal Sarovar or Lotus lake is quite sanctimonious. The Jains believe that if one visits the place even for once, one gets rid of all sins.
Chhota Nagpur Plateau
The region abounds in natural fabric and resources. Verdant greenery, gurgling rivers, lakes, wild animals are all found in abundance here. The place is inhabited by tribes. It gives ample opportunity to the tourists to explore the unique culture of various tribes residing in this region. Some of the tribes are e Santhal, Ho, Munda, Oraon, Koi, Chero, Kharia and Paharia.
