Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi
Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi
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This city is known as the home of an offspring of the Bo tree where the Buddha found enlightenment.
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Terry M
Hamilton, Canada4,897 contributions
Jan 2020
Children of Emperor Asoka of India brought to Sri Lanka a branch of the tree under which Buddha found enlightenment. It is one of the three sites Sri Lankan Buddhists must visit. Now over 2,300 years old, the tree is partly held up by gold works. Devotees attend to provide food for the tree, sometimes in processions.
Written 21 January 2020
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Sunil F
13 contributions
Jan 2020
The most secared Bo Tree is over 2500 years old.The main Bo tree is in Buddha Gaya in India. So much sentimental value to Buddhist People. The Temple is open to everyone to visit. The Temple is in the Aunradhapura Ruin City in Sri Lanka.
Written 12 February 2020
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Pradeep Kumar Mishra
Bhubaneswar, India275 contributions
Mar 2020
One of the most magnificent place in Anuradhapura. The spirituality and the presence of Lord Buddha can be felt once someone is near the age old tree. Beneath the tree the magnificent Buddha Temple with all Blue Lily flowers is worth to see.
Written 16 March 2020
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JChandrasekera
Berlin, Germany38 contributions
Jan 2020
This most sacred tree is worshiped by all Buddhists in Sri Lanka(foreigneres too).
Gauthama Buddha attained enlightenment under the Southern branch of Sri Maha Bodhi at Buddhagaya in India.
Please observe dress code of white (ensure legs & shoulders are covered)as a mark of respect.
Gauthama Buddha attained enlightenment under the Southern branch of Sri Maha Bodhi at Buddhagaya in India.
Please observe dress code of white (ensure legs & shoulders are covered)as a mark of respect.
Written 1 February 2020
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Ushijay
Germany3 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
One of the most sacred places for every Buddhist, it's the oldest tree with recorded history in the world. It's blessed shade provide infinite comfort to everyone as it provided same to Lord Buddha, helping him to attain the enlightenment. Utmost respect in attire and behavior is expected from every visitor here.
Written 21 February 2020
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selvakumar2015
Chennai (Madras), India1,037 contributions
Sept 2022 • Solo
Believed to be a sapling from the sacred bodhi tree under which Lord Buddha is said to have attained enlightenment, this ancient temple is a major pilgrimage centre for Buddhists from all over the world.
It is said that every Buddhist must make a pilgrimage to this sacred place atleast once in his/her life.
The temple premises are clean and quiet.
A sacred place to visit to calm down and meditate.
It is said that every Buddhist must make a pilgrimage to this sacred place atleast once in his/her life.
The temple premises are clean and quiet.
A sacred place to visit to calm down and meditate.
Written 8 October 2022
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Alice S
Lund, Sweden647 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
Again a hard place to review. It depends on what you like. I knew that the tree wouldn't be big or look particularly special, but if you expect something extraordinary you'll be dissapointed. What is special about the place is that the tree is taken from the original tree where the Buddha is said to have achieved enlightenment. Just that it is a 2000 year old tree is quite amazing, no matter what it looks like. Also to get to observe the reverence the locals pay the tree is fascinating. I suppose it is sometimes loud, confusing and the offerings litter the place. But as long as you know why you go it might be a good experience.
Written 22 December 2021
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Kevin T
Auckland, New Zealand1,213 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
Said to be over 2,500 years old and a sacred part of everyday life. There is a strict dress code and it was incredibly busy although it’s really difficult to see the tree itself. Having said that the atmosphere was compelling and it was a privilege to be part of something so important in day to day life. Enjoy……
Written 5 June 2023
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Dasun
Matale, Sri Lanka1,047 contributions
Jul 2023
Cultural as well as religious beliefs exist in every religion. This place is very important for Buddhists because of the beliefs based on religion. It has a long history so the value here is also high. A place that brings comfort to the mind
Written 22 July 2023
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dianedinky
Dunfermline, UK1,346 contributions
Jan 2020
Personally, this place did nothing for me. Hugely sentimental and sacred if you are Sri Lankan or indeed a Buddhist but as a vanilla tourist it was nothing special. Sorry. But there are many more impressive sights in the country to see if you are limited for time.
Written 13 February 2020
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How much is entrance ticket for indians? I read that there's a common ticket! What all places can be covered in that common ticket
Written 25 September 2017
Jayasri maha bodhi entrance is free. The common ticket covers other historical places like Jethawanaramaya Stupa, Abhayagiriya Stupa etc. The price is around 25 USD as i can remebmber.
Written 30 September 2017
1. I understand that there is a common ticket for visiting the ancient historical sites in Anuradhapura. How do I get that ticket ?
2. Is Sri Maha Boodhi Temple in the same compound or nearby or connected ? if not how far ?
Written 7 October 2016
There is a comon ticket. The Sri Maha Boodhi temple is on the same compound, and in the same ticket. The compound is pretty big. Go by tuktuk. We hired bikes at our hotel. It was a wonderfull bikeride early morning, we managed to see a lot of different site on the compound.
Written 18 August 2017
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