The main shrine faces eastwards and this is where the gold plated statue of Gautam Buddha is placed. A small but overcrowded passage leads to the statue. Alongside, there are monks offering prayers and chanting. This space is rather small and visitors are only allowed to halt here for a very short period of time. The statue is believed to have been built by the Pala kings of Bengal. It now lies within the safe glass case and is heavily guarded by monks. Photography and shoes are not permitted.
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