Lumbini is known for being the birthplace of Gautam Buddha. It lies in the Rupandehi District of Nepal. Here you can find uncountable monasteries each having its own design and features as they are built by different countries. Lumbini is a great place to experience some hidden facts about Buddhism as here many pagodas and museums have been raised sharing some insights about its history. The place is soul soothing and is perfect to rejuvenate your soul to attain inner peace.
Maya Devi temple Maya Devi temple is the most significant and visited temple of Lumbini. Here a white building is located protecting the exact place where Buddha was born. It also has a Bodhi tree where Maya Devi rested while traveling. Later she went into labor and took a dip in the nearby pond.
Ashokan pillar Also visit the very popular Ashokan pillar built during 249 BC during the visit of Emperor Ashoka to Lumbini. He raised four stupas and a pillar here. The pillar has inscriptions describing the significance of Lumbini as the birthplace of Lord Buddha. A small fence surrounds the pillar and it is adorned with many colorful prayer flags. Visitors can light incense sticks here and meditate for a while.
Myanmar Golden Temple Myanmar Golden Temple remains the oldest structures in Lumbini with three prayer halls. Interiors of the temple consist of Lokamani Pula pagoda, a Burmese style pagoda, which looks like the Shwe-dagon pagoda of Yangon.
World Peace Pagoda For some moments of peace, visit the very popular World Peace Pagoda constructed by the Japanese. It has a statue of Lord Buddha in the position he was born. The shining pearly white building has a golden statue which catches the attention of all visitors.
Dharma Swami Maharaja Buddha Vihar Also include Dharma swami Maharaja Buddha Vihar in your travel itinerary. The beauty of this Tibetan styled Gompa cannot be explained in words. It was built by His Eminence Chogya Trichen Ringboche and Raja of Mustang. Do experience the Tara Puja performed here every day by monks residing here.
Other popular places to visit in Lumbini include:
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