#Rivers_River_Deltas_Canals
Phalgu (Falgu) River The Phalgu or Falgu, a river that
flows past Gaya, in Bihar, is a
sacred river for Hindus and Buddhists.
The
Phalgu is formed by the confluence, some 3 kilometres below Bodh Gaya,
of the Lilajan and the Mohana, two large hill streams and
merges into Punpun river.
River Phalgu is of great significance for
Both Hindus and Buddhists.
- Hindus come here to
make offering to souls of their ancestors, river also finds mentions in Ramayana and Puranas
- Before attaining the enlightenment,
Buddha practiced ascetism on the banks of the river, hence place is known as Bodh gaya.
Lord Vishnu's Temple
Vishnupad Mandir is situated on the
bank of Phalgu river which is a holy piligrimage site for Hindus, all the prayers are performed here.
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