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About Lumbini
Lumbini, the birthplace of Gautama Buddha, A mecca for Buddhist all around the globe and a surreal beauty worth visiting. It’s no great revelation to learn that the World- Heritage–listed Lumbini is of huge religious connotation and attracts Buddhist pilgrims from around the world.
Lumbini is located in the Rupandehi district of Nepal and is stretches over an area of 4kms with significant landmarks scattered throughout the area. Situated 22km west of Bhairawa, the divine heart of Lumbini is Maya Devi Temple, which represents the spot where Queen Maya Devi gave birth to Siddhartha Gautama. In the neighboring holy garden you’ll find the pillar of Ashoka, ancient ruins of stupas, and maroon- and saffron-robed monks assembling under a sprawling Bodhi (Pipal) fig adorned with prayer flags. Maya Devi Temple is set in the middle of the large 4km by 2.5km park grounds recognized as the Lumbini Development Zone. The Maya devi temple is one of the most significant temples found here, the temple stands on the exact spot where it is believed that queen Mayadevi gave birth to Sidhartha Gautam.
Planned by Japanese architect Kenzo Tange in 1978, it’s still a work in development that comprises landscaped lakes and numerous monasteries that have been or are being built by Buddhist communities from around the world. The adjoining areas have stupas built by Ashoka on his visit to Lumbini and a pillar with his name on it. Lumbini is not only a religious place but also is one of the most pure and brilliant product of nature and human minds, included as one of the four other significant Buddhist holy areas, Lumbini is listed in the world heritage sites as well. It’s a 9 hours’ drive from Kathmandu and 30 minutes’ drive from the nearest Airport, Bhairahawa.
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The Bodhi Tree, Lumbini, Lumbini
6 km from Lumbini - See map
Situated next to the Mayadevi temple in Lumbini, Bodhi Tree is wrapped around in prayer flags sits the famous Bodhi tree of the origin of the one...
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Ashoka Pillar, Lumbini, Lumbini
6 km from Lumbini - See map
The Ashokan Pillar in Lumbini Nepal is a part of the series of other Ashokan pillars that Ashoka liked to erect at places he visited or write...
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Maya Devi Temple, Lumbini, Lumbini
6 km from Lumbini - See map
Built at the place where Gautama Budha is supposed to have taken birth, Maya Devi temple is an interesting place to visit and a spiritual...
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The Lumbini Museum, Lumbini
6.9 km from Lumbini - See map
Situated in the cultural zone in Lumbini, the Lumbini Museum is a one spot stop for everything ranging from daily use crafts to stamps related...
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Shanti stupa, World Peace Pagoda, Lumbini, Lumbini
7.1 km from Lumbini - See map
Located close to Lumbini monastic zone, Japanese Shanti Stupa is an impressive gleaming white World Peace Pagoda was constructed by Japanese...
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Jagdishpur Reservoir, Lumbini
*15.4 km from Lumbini - See map
The Jagdishpur reservoir, the largest reservoir in Nepal is located in the Kapilvastu district. This place was originally built for irrigational...
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Ranighat Palace, Nepal, Lumbini
16.7 km from Lumbini - See map
Most likely all the women in the world have dreamt of a husband who will make a Taj Mahal for them complimenting their beauty and probably some of...
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Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve, Dhawalagiri
*80 km from Lumbini - See map
Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve is the only hunting reserve in Nepal. Situated between altitudes of 2,850 to 5,500 m, Dhorpatan Hunting reserve covers...
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Annapurna Circuit, Dhawalagiri
*83.4 km from Lumbini - See map
Annapurna Circuit, more popularly known as “Nepal’s classic trek” is one of the most splendid treks in the world. It is located within the...
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Machapuchare, Dhawalagiri
*84.4 km from Lumbini - See map
The Machapuchare literally means “Fish Tail Mountain” which is a majestic peak in the Himalayas. The most exhilarating thing about this place...
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Tilicho Lake, Gandaki
*92.9 km from Lumbini - See map
Claimed to be the highest lake in the world, the Tilicho Lake collects the glacial melt of the slopes of Annapurna and the Thorong Peak. This...
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