Bodhgaya is the place where Lord Buddha achieved enlightenment (under the Bodhi Tree)… and where hopefully I can walk away with a little more patience and gratitude.
These monks travel from far and wide to walk in Buddha's footsteps, come closer to their own enlightenment and apparently to buy all the same chatchka that tourists are supposed to want.
Prayer flags adorn the temple.
For some, this is a life (and appearance) changing experience and I was very appreciative of being able to share the moment, up close and personal.
India in general, is definitely the place to come if you want to be slapped in the face with dysfunction, filth and wanting. And if you can’t recognize how easy and privileged your American lifestyle is while here, I think you never will, sadly.
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