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Vietnamese President To Lam Visits Gaya, Meditates at Bodhi Tree and Prays at Mahabodhi Temple
Vietnamese President To Lam, on a three-day tour of India, visited Gaya in Bihar to meditate under the Bodhi Tree, pray at the Mahabodhi Temple, and visit the Vietnamese monastery. The trip began with a reception at Gaya airport by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and other senior officials.
Why It Matters
The visit underscores diplomatic engagement between Vietnam and India and highlights cultural and religious exchanges around the Mahabodhi site.
Timeline
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Visit to Vietnamese monastery
May 5, 2026
He visited the Vietnamese monastery in Gaya.
Prayer at Mahabodhi Temple
May 5, 2026
Mr. Lam prayed at the UNESCO World Heritage Mahabodhi Temple.
Meditation under the Bodhi Tree
May 5, 2026
Mr. Lam meditated under the sacred Bodhi Tree in Gaya.
Reception at Gaya airport
May 5, 2026
Vietnamese President To Lam was received at Gaya airport by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and other senior officials.