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Lumbini Travel Guide
Exploring the Birthplace of Buddha: A Travel Guide to Lumbini, Nepal
Lumbini is a small town in the Rupandehi District of Nepal, located about 300 kilometers southwest of Kathmandu. The town is known as the birthplace of Buddha, and it is an important religious and cultural site for Buddhists around the world. Lumbini is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it attracts thousands of visitors each year who come to pay their respects and learn about the life and teachings of Buddha.
The main attraction in Lumbini is the Sacred Garden, which is believed to be the exact spot where Buddha was born. The garden is home to a number of important landmarks, including the ancient Mayadevi Temple, which marks the spot of Buddha's birth, and the Ashoka Pillar, which was erected by the Indian Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC to mark the spot. The garden also contains a number of monasteries, temples, and stupas built by various countries and communities to honor Buddha and his teachings.
In addition to the Sacred Garden, Lumbini is also home to a number of other cultural and historical attractions, including the Lumbini Museum, which contains artifacts and exhibits related to the life and teachings of Buddha, and the Lumbini International Research Institute, which conducts research and studies on Buddhism and related subjects.
Lumbini can be easily reached by road or by air, with regular flights and buses running from Kathmandu. The town has a number of hotels and guesthouses, ranging from budget to luxury, making it an easy and convenient destination for travelers.
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Maya Devi Temple
One of the oldest Buddhist temples in Lumbini, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Maya Devi Temple is one of the most famous temples known as the birthplace of Gautama Buddha. The temple is situated in the middle of the grounds of the park called Lumbini Development Zone, it is the continuous development that makes it a hotspot. The temple was designed by Japanese architect Kenzo Tange in 1978 and the work is still in process including landscaped lakes and several monasteries being built by various architects around the world.
Cambodian Monastery
The Cambodian monastery is located in the eastern monastery area of ​​Lumbini. This is one of the most attractive temples in the premises of Lumbini Math area. The monastery is an architectural marvel in the region as it is designed with a Cambodian theme in the famous Angkor Wat style using dragons, flowers surrounded by a square railing surrounded by four 50 meter green snakes whose tails are at the corners. Interlink takes place.
Ashoka Pillar
The Ashoka Pillar at Lumbini is one of the 3rd century stone pillars built during the reign of Emperor Ashoka. The Lumbini Pillar Inscription, also known as the Paderia Inscription, is the oldest inscription compared to the rest of Ashoka's pillars, thus indicating that it was the first structure built. The pillar is located inside the serene Maya Devi temple complex and is quite a stimulating structure to visit because of its interesting and inspiring history.
Bodhi Tree
The Bodhi tree in Lumbini is located right next to the temple on the banks of the serene Maya Devi pond in the premises of the Maya Devi temple complex. Buddhist monks often meditate under a tree and chant spiritual scripts. The tree is a centuries-old Peepal tree or Ficus religiosa clad in a colorful prayer flag, locals believe, the wishes made while tying the colored prayer flag are often granted.
Dharma Swami Maharaja Buddha Vihar
Dharma Swami Maharaja Buddha Vihara is a Buddhist gompa belonging to the Shakyapa order. It was founded by his eminent Chogya Trichen Rinpoche. The immense peace and tranquility of the site makes it a perfect place for meditation and quiet introspection. The 60 monks residing in the monastery perform Tara Puja daily.
Lumbini Crane Sanctuary
The Lumbini Crane Sanctuary is a 6 square kilometer protected land that aims to provide a natural home for the rare stork crane in and around the area's wetlands. The security zone is located outside the main complex of the Lumbini Math area, near the Vishwa Shanti Pagoda. It is one of the most unique attractions and a must visit place in Lumbini.
Lumbini Museum
Located inside the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Sacred Gardens area, the Lumbini Museum displays approximately 12000 artifacts including religious manuscripts, metal sculptures, terra cotta, Mauryan and Khusana dynasties coins and stamps from around the world depicting Lumbini. The Lumbini International Research Institute, located opposite the Lumbini Museum, provides research facilities for the study of Buddhism and religion in general.
Manang Samaj Stupa
The stupa is located in the corner of the Korean temple in the western monastery area of Lumbini. The stupa built by the Buddhists of Manang in northern Nepal, one of the oldest stupas in Lumbini, dates back to 600 BCE. The building has a golden Buddha statue in the center and is surrounded by colorful murals.
Mayadevi Pond
Situated right opposite the Maya Devi Temple in Lumbini, the Maya Devi Talab is a square shaped structure surrounded by steps to rise to the water level. Also known as Pushkarini, this is the place where Gautam Buddha's mother – Maya Devi – used to bathe. Actually, the first bath of Lord Buddha was taken in this pond. A grand temple now takes up the place where the Buddha was born, and the Maya Devi pond is located right in front of the temple. On one side of the pond is a well-kept garden with tall trees, surrounded by lush green bushes and on the other side are ancient ruins dating back to the 3rd century BC.
Myanmar Golden Temple
The Myanmar Golden Temple is located in the Eastern Monastery area in Lumbini. It is one of the oldest structures in the premises of the Lumbini Monastery area. The temple is built in Burmese style of architecture decorated with dazzling gold and white and most exciting is the corncob shaped tower. Inside the building are three prayer halls and a Lokmani Pula pagoda.
Royal Thai Buddhist Monastery
The Royal Thai Monastery is located in the Eastern Monastery area close to the northern end of the pond in Lumbini. It is one of the international monasteries built in Nepal, funded by the Government of Thailand. The gleaming building is constructed of white marble and the nearby blue-ceilinged meditation center is an example of a fine architectural style. The blue-roofed meditation center near the monastery attracts pilgrims and visitors from all over the world.
Sri Lankan Monastery
The Sri Lankan Monastery is a Theravada Buddhist establishment dedicated to Sri Lanka. It is a charming monastery located in the eastern monastery area of ​​Lumbini, which has a circular raised platform with a traditional pagoda at the top. Below the pagoda, there is a beautiful golden statue of Lord Buddha sitting in a meditative posture. The arrangement has a passage that encircles the structure and provides an area for parikrama. The site is extremely well maintained and peaceful to allow tourists to sit in seclusion.
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