Lumbini is a Buddhist pilgrimage site in Nepal, believed to be the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama, the historical Buddha. The site includes the ruins of ancient monasteries, a sacred Bodhi tree, an ancient bathing pond, and the Asokan pillar, erected by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE. Lumbini is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a major center of Buddhist pilgrimage and study. It is considered one of the four holy places of Buddhism, along with Bodh Gaya, Sarnath and Kusinagara.
Maya Devi
Temple: This temple marks the birthplace of the Buddha and is considered one of
the most sacred sites in Buddhism.
Ashoka
Pillar: The Ashoka Pillar is an important historical monument that was erected
by the Indian Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC.
Lumbini
Museum: The Lumbini Museum is a great place to learn about the history and
culture of Lumbini and the life of the Buddha.
Monastic
Zone: The Monastic Zone is a large area that is home to many different
monasteries and temples built by different countries, each representing the
architectural styles of their respective nations.
Puskarini
(Sacred Pool): The Puskarini is a sacred pool where Maya Devi is said to have
bathed before giving birth to the Buddha.
World Peace
Pagoda: The World Peace Pagoda is a large Buddhist stupa that was built by the
Japanese monk, Nichidatsu Fujii.
Royal Thai
Monastery: The Royal Thai Monastery is a beautiful temple built in the
traditional Thai style, complete with intricate carvings and colorful murals.
Chinese
Monastery: The Chinese Monastery is a stunning temple built in the traditional
Chinese style with intricate carvings and colorful murals.
The Lumbini
International Research Institute: The Lumbini International Research Institute
is a research center dedicated to the study of Buddhism and the life of the
Buddha.
