Pind Daan at Gaya

Gaya is one of the most important pilgrim centers for the Hindus since time immemorial. As per religious belief, performance of the Pindadaan ritual in Gaya was mandatory for the final salvation of souls. The rituals are conducted at nearly 50 Vedis (altars), the more important Vedis being Vishnupad, Ramshila, Pretshila, Baiterni, Akshay Vat and Mahabodhi temple. Gayawal Pandas, claiming to be superior priests, perform the rituals and award blessings, acknowledging completion of the rituals and its acceptance by the heavenly bodies to the pilgrims. Pilgrims from different parts of the country and abroad is likely to offer Pindadaan for the salvation of the souls of their ancestors. Gaya is nearest airport Patna, Gaya has also air port but Airline flight seasonally. , Rail and Road is connected with major cities.