Cankamana Tourism

Type of destination: Religious Site

Ideal visit duration: 30 minutes to 1 hour

Closed in: Open all year

The Cankamana in Bodh Gaya is a sacred place for Buddhists, located in the Mahabodhi Temple complex in Bihar, India. This holy site marks the path that the Lord Buddha is said to have walked on as he meditated during the third week after attaining enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree. The pathway is elevated and adorned with beautifully carved lotus flowers that represent the holy footsteps of Buddha. Pilgrims often walk along the Cankamana in meditation, following in the steps of the enlightened one. The platform is lined with eighteen granite slabs, which are believed to bear the imprints of Buddha's feet. The calm and serene atmosphere at the Cankamana is highly conducive to meditation and reflection. As part of the Mahabodhi Temple complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Cankamana shares the rich heritage of this area which is considered the nerve center of Buddhism. This site has been a destination for thousands of pilgrims who come from all around the world to pay homage and gain merit in their spiritual journey.

Monday	05:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Tuesday	05:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Wednesday	05:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Thursday	05:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Friday	05:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Saturday	05:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Sunday	05:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)

Entry Ticket Pricing for Cankamana

Adult	Free
Child	Free

Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .

Tips when you are visiting to Cankamana

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Be respectful of the religious nature of the site.

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Dress modestly as it is a place of worship.

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Remove your shoes before entering the holy path.

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Best to visit early morning or late afternoon to avoid the midday heat.

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Avoid carrying large bags as security may be strict.

Top 5 Reviews on Cankamana

macedonboy

Wrote on 26th Feb, 2024

Walk in The Footsteps of Buddha

The Cloister Walk, also called the Cankamana is the walk around the Mahabodhi Temple where the Buddha spent his third week of walking, in meditation. The paved walkway is punctuated with lotus decorat..

Sandy_JSR

Wrote on 9th Apr, 2022

Footsteps of Lord Buddha

Cankamana is one of the most sacred shrines, situated towards the northern side of the Mahabodhi Temple. It is considered to be the pathway that was used by Buddha during his third week of meditation...

arvindsub

Wrote on 20th Feb, 2019

Seat of Buddha

The cankamana is considered to be the seat of lord Buddha and is preserved till today inside the MahaBodhi temple. Though crowded, it is an important peice of pilgrimage for the Buddhists and a must s..

HARAGOPAL

Wrote on 12th Jun, 2018

HOLY PLACE

It is here that Gauthama after attaining ENLIGHTENMENT, spent his THIRD WEEK and where ever he walked,LOTUS Flowers have coeup at every step/ footprint.

seedhunter

Wrote on 21st Oct, 2017

Very sacred!

It was at this spot that Buddha practiced walking meditation which is also called Cankamana. It is one of the most sacred shrines in Bodh Gaya and located towards the northern side of the temple. This..