Started my unplanned trip from Kolkata on Tuesday afternoon in Honda City.
Total distance of 480kms.
Time taken 7-8 hours (lesser than Google prediction)
Road condition not too good in certain patches due to extension work underway
HOTELS
Mostly all hotels are open and taking reservations at a discounted rate.
Recommended to stay in a hotel in the centre of the city
I stayed in Maya Heritage (clean rooms and a Cafe) and close to the temple complex
PLACES TO SEE
Only the Mahabodhi temple complex is open
Timings 6am to 10 am & 4pm to 9pm daily
Inside Temple u can see the temple, the bodhi tree, the cankanama and similar temples
ATTEND EVENING PRAYERS FOR A SURREAL EXPERIENCE
Guides available for hire at minimal amount of 200rs
No Phones allowed
Extra charges for camera
Shoes and Mobile to be deposited outside in locker
