Bihar
Gaya: Temples and Online Puja
Vishnupad Temple & Pind Daan on the holy Phalgu river
Spiritual Heritage
Spiritual Heritage & Traditions of Gaya
Gaya is India's most important pilgrimage center for Pind Daan and ancestor Shraddh rituals. Vishnupad Temple, featuring a 40 cm basalt footprint of Lord Vishnu, stands on the banks of the sacred Phalgu river.
Every year during Pitru Paksha, families from all over the world gather in Gaya to perform Pind Daan to bring peace and salvation to their ancestors.
Gaya Guide Snapshot
- State / Region
- Bihar
- Spiritual Category
- pilgrimage
- Famous Mandirs Listed
- 1 Verified Shrines
- Online Puja Services
- 9 Pujas Available
Darshan Guides
Famous temples in Gaya
Who is worshipped, the best time to visit and how to reach.
Online puja
Book a puja in your name
We do not perform pujas in Gaya yet. These pujas are open to devotees everywhere.
Every Saturday
Shani Shanti Puja
Ujjain · Shani Dev and Hanuman Ji
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Griha Pravesh Puja
Ayodhya · Lord Ganesha and Vastu Devata
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Satyanarayan Katha
Deoghar · Lord Satyanarayan (Vishnu)
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Book pujaDevotee FAQ
Frequently asked questions about visiting Gaya
Useful travel and darshan answers for devotees planning a visit to Gaya.
What are the most famous temples to visit in Gaya?
The major sacred temples listed for Gaya include Vishnupad Temple. Each temple guide on VisitTemples.in provides deity details, best visiting hours, and travel directions.
What is the best time of year to visit temples in Gaya?
Spiritual trips to Gaya are especially auspicious during major festival seasons like Navratri, Shivaratri, and Diwali. For peaceful darshan with shorter queues, early morning hours on non-festival weekdays are recommended.
How can I travel to temples in Gaya?
Gaya is well connected via road transport, major railway stations, and regional airports. Detailed directions (metro stops, railheads, and airport distances) are provided under each temple guide.
Can I book an online puja in Gaya if I cannot travel in person?
Yes! Our verified pandits perform authentic Vedic pujas with your family's names taken during the sacred sankalp, delivering video proof on WhatsApp within 48 hours.
Coming soon
A pandit at your home in Gaya
We are carefully checking pandits city by city before we open home bookings for Griha Pravesh, Satyanarayan Katha, Durga Puja and more. Until then, our pandits can perform your puja online, in your name.