Lumbinī

Buddhism · Rupandehi district, Nepal · UNESCO World Heritage

Lumbinī in southern Nepal is honoured as the birthplace of Siddhārtha Gautama, the Buddha. The Māyā Devī Temple marks the traditional spot of his birth, beside a sacred pond where his mother Māyā is said to have bathed.

An inscribed pillar raised by Emperor Aśoka records his visit to the Buddha’s birthplace. Lumbinī is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a large monastic zone holds temples built by Buddhist nations from around the world. Buddha Jayantī is the main celebration.

Nepal · Buddhism · Aśoka pillar · Buddha Jayantī

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