The Mahabodhi temple is a situated in Bodh Gaya in Indian state of Bihar. It is situated at the same place where Lord Budha is supposed to have achieved enlightenment.

The Mahabodhi temple is a situated in Bodh Gaya in Indian state of Bihar. It is situated at the same place where Lord Budha is supposed to have achieved enlightenment. The temple is located in Bodhgaya which is situated near the town of Gaya. It is located at a distance of 96 km from Patna the capital of state of Bihar. The temple is an ornate manifestation of Dravidian style of architecture. As it is an important tourist destination latest news of Mahabodhi temple can be found in most of the media channels.

There is an array of legends and tales attached to the Mahabodhi temple. So no discussion of Mahabodhi temple is said to be complete without mentioning these legends and tales as these things have become an integral part of this pious temple and that attracts a large number of devotees from India and across the globe. As per the story goes the site where Bodhi tree is situated is at the navel of the earth. As per their beliefs only a place like this can withstand the weight of Buddhas attainment. Some other beliefs add to the story. As per another story when the world will get destroyed this place will be last to get destroyed and first to resurface when the world comes to existence.

The great Buddhist emperor Asoka is said to have founded this temple.