The Ashoka Pillar at Mahabodhi Temple, Bodh Gaya, is a historical monument linked to Emperor Ashoka's patronage of Buddhism. Though the original pillar erected by Ashoka around 250 BCE no longer exists, historical records confirm its presence near the temple. A different Ashokan pillar, relocated in 1956 from Gaya, now stands within the Mahabodhi Temple complex. It symbolizes Ashoka’s devotion to Buddhism and his efforts to mark significant Buddhist sites. The Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, remains a key pilgrimage destination where the Buddha attained enlightenment.