Lumbini Day Tour
(The Birthplace of Lord Buddha)
Lumbini is not only the Birthplace of Lord Buddha but also one of the major attractions of Nepal for domestic and foreign visitors. The
serenity and tranquility of Lumbini attract thousands of visitors from different parts of the globe. The sacred Garden, Ashoka Pillar, Mayadevi Temple, Nativity Marker Stone, Perpetual Eternal Flame, World Peace Pagoda, and important monasteries built by governments of various countries are major attractions of the Lumbini. In addition to the Buddhist monasteries and monuments, the farmlands of Lumbini are an important habitat for many globally threatened birds of Nepal including Sarus Cranes.
Buddhists around the world consider Lumbini in the Rupandehi district of Nepal to be the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama, who later became known as Lord Buddha after his enlightenment. A UNESCO World Heritage Sanctuary of Peace and Tranquility, it invites visitors to explore its sacred gardens and majestic monasteries.
The day tour to Lumbini begins and ends in Kathmandu.
Major attractions in Lumbini:
Mayadevi Temple:
This temple, built at the place where Queen Mayadevi is said to have given birth to Prince Siddhartha, features a stone marker marking the exact birthplace of Lord Buddha.
Ashoka Pillar:
Built by Emperor Ashoka of India in the 3rd century B.C
Lumbini Monastery Area:
With the construction of monasteries and meditation centers by various Buddhist groups around the world, visitors can get a glimpse into the traditions and practices of Buddhism
Trip highlights:
- Lumbini, the Birthplace of Lord Buddha
