Precious Treasures from the Diamond Throne: Finds from the Site of the Buddha's Enlightenment

Recent excavations at the Mahabodhi Temple Complex in Bodh Gaya, India, have uncovered significant archaeological finds linked to the site of the Buddha's enlightenment. These discoveries, documented in Precious Treasures from the Diamond Throne, provide new insights into the material culture and religious practices associated with one of the most revered Buddhist pilgrimage sites. The study employs a multidisciplinary approach, combining archaeology, art history, and epigraphy to analyze artifacts dating from ancient to medieval periods. Key findings include rare inscriptions, sculptural fragments, and votive offerings that shed light on the evolution of Buddhist worship and iconography at this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Van Schaik, S., De Simone, D., Hidas, G., & Willis, M. (2021). Precious Treasures from the Diamond Throne: Finds from the Site of the Buddha's Enlightenment. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/ZENODO.6949641