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The Mahabodhi Temple was declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
It is thought that the present tree has sprouted from the original one. This place was initially taken by King Ashoka’s daughter, Sanghamitra.
Below this tree is a red sandstone slab. This is regarded as the throne where Buddha was seated.
The Mahabodhi Temple was in the past a shrine that was erected by Ashoka. It was built in the 3rd Century B.C. The design of the temple is intricate and grandiose. There is a large gilded image of Buddha.
Archeological museum is another attraction in Bodh Gaya.
Many nations like Nepal, Korea, Sri Lanka, China, Burma and Japan have deep faith in Buddhism. These countries have constructed their monasteries and temples in Bodh Gaya.
The point worth attention is that these temples and monasteries have disparate architectural styles.
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