The Story Behind Gaya Shraddha and Ancestor Worship
Gaya Shraddha is one of the most important traditions associated with Hindu ancestor worship in India. For generations, families have travelled to Gaya Ji in Bihar to perform Shraddha, Tarpan and Pind Daan for their ancestors. But why Gaya? Why did this particular place become associated so strongly with Pitru Karma and ancestral liberation? The […]
Why Is Pind Daan Performed in Gaya? History, Tradition & Significance
Gaya Ji is one of the most important pilgrimage destinations in India for Pind Daan and ancestral rituals. Every year, especially during Pitru Paksha, thousands of devotees come to Gaya to perform Shraddha, Tarpan and Pind Daan for their ancestors. Bihar Tourism identifies several important ritual sites in Gaya, including the Phalgu River, Vishnupad Temple, […]