Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha which is one of the greatest pilgrimage sites for Buddhists and peace seekers of the world. Buddha was born here in the 6th century B.C. The restored gardens and surroundings of Lumbini have the remains of many of the ancient stupas and monasteries. A large stone pillar of erected by the Indian emperor Ashoka in 250 BC bears an inscription about the birth of the Buddha.
An important part of Lumbini is the temple of Mayadevi. It has a stone image of Mayadevi giving birth to Lord Buddha as she holds on to a branch. It has been well worn by the strokes of barren women hoping for fertility. To the south of the temple is a pool where Queen Mayadevi is said to have bathed and given her son his first purification bath.
A quiet garden, shaded by the leafy Bo tree (the type under which Buddha received enlightenment) and a newly planted forest nearby lend an air of tranquility, which bespeaks Buddha’s teachings. Lumbini is now being developed under mastered plan of the Lumbini development trust.
Fast facts
Location
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South-western Nepal
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Importance
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One of the most important historical sites in the country, UNESCO world heritage site
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Known For
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Religious historical sites
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Nearby Attraction
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Kapilvastu
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