About LUMBINI TOUR

Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, is a place of pilgrimage and a world heritage site. Every year, thousands of pilgrims, especially Buddhists, from all over the world come to visit this sacred land. Despite that, the place never feels crowded or noisy. The pilgrims silently engage in their own prayers or quietly observe various architectures— never disturbing the calm and peace of the land. It is a must-visit place for the Buddhists as well as anyone who follows or admires the teachings of the Buddha.

At the heart of the Lumbini is the Lumbini Temple, which marks the exact spot where the Buddha was born. Near the Lumbini Temple is the Maya Devi Temple, named after the Buddha’s mother, Queen Maya Devi. This ancient temple is built over the exact location where the Buddha was born. In the temple, there is a stone pillar, and below it, an archaeological site that marks the birthplace. Visitors can see the remains of old structures and inscriptions that date back thousands of years. Another key monument in Lumbini is the Ashoka Pillar. This tall stone pillar was erected by the Indian emperor Ashoka in 249 BCE. The pillar has an inscription that marks Lumbini as the birthplace of the Buddha.

The Lumbini Temple is the main attraction in the area, but the surrounding region also holds many important historical and religious landmarks. Kudan, a place located about 12 kilometers north of Lumbini, is believed to be the place where Siddhartha Gautama, after attaining enlightenment and becoming the Buddha, visited his family and gave his first sermon to his father, King Suddhodana. You can see several ruins of ancient stupas and monasteries at Kudan. Another significant place is Tilaurakot. It is the ancient capital of the Shakya Kingdom, where Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha) spent his early years before leaving his royal life in search of enlightenment. Located about 27 kilometers west of Lumbini, Tilaurakot contains the remains of ancient structures, including palace walls, courtyards, and ponds. It provides valuable insight into the life of the Buddha before he became the enlightened teacher. Likewise, Ramgram, located about 35 kilometers northeast of Lumbini, is another important site. It is significant because it houses one of the eight original relic stupas built to enshrine the Buddha’s ashes. If you love birdwatching, there is a lake called Jagadishpur Lake, located about a 1-hour drive from Lumbini. It is a man-made lake. The surrounding wetlands and peaceful environment make it a perfect place for birdwatchers.

Being located in the Terai region of Nepal, the landscape here is flat, open, and unhurried—surrounded by dense green trees. The streets are lined with small guesthouses, humble shops, and food stalls, but none of it feels overwhelming. The surrounding fields stretch out toward the horizon, and as you walk through the village, there is a constant sense of quietude, almost as if the landscape is a reflection of Buddha's stillness. The sense of place unfolds gradually, like the slow bloom of a flower that reveals its petals one by one. Here, you’re not just passing through a place of historical significance. You’re participating in a legacy that has withstood centuries, absorbing the stillness and the teachings that continue to resonate across time.

Whether you’re resting by the large Bodhi tree, believed to have been planted at the spot where the Buddha attained enlightenment, or quietly observing the monastic life that continues here, the experience you get here goes far beyond the tangible.