Tilkut is synonymous with Gaya. It is a seasonal sweet made from Til (sesame seeds) and sugar or jaggery. The preparation is an art: the mixture is hammered and pounded by hand until it becomes brittle and flaky.
The best Tilkut is found in the Ramna Road area of Gaya. It is traditionally eaten during the Makar Sankranti festival (January). The smoky, nutty flavor is addictive.
A UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the oldest brick structures in India. It marks the exact spot of the Buddha's enlightenment.
The sacred Ficus religiosa under which Siddhartha became the Buddha. The current tree is a direct descendant of the original.
An ancient Hindu temple on the Falgu riverbank dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It houses a 40cm footprint of the Lord stamped into basalt rock.
