Gaya

About Gaya

Gaya is a major Hindu pilgrimage hub on the banks of the Phalgu River, holding immense spiritual importance. It is widely considered the most sacred place for Hindus to perform Pind Daan, a ritual to pay homage to and pray for the salvation of their ancestors. The city's spiritual heart is the ancient Vishnupad Temple, which is believed to house a 40-cm-long footprint of Lord Vishnu embedded in a block of basalt. Millions of devotees flock here annually, especially during the Pitru Paksha Mela, to perform these sacred rites. Its proximity to Bodh Gaya makes it a crucial stop on a wider spiritual tour of the region.

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