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| Mayadevi temple at Lumbini, Nepal. |
Lumbini is a sacred land in Nepal where Lord Gautam Buddha was born 2,500 years ago (7th Century BC). In the year 2018, Lumbini is listed as one of the best places to visit in Asia by Lonely planet (July 2018). It is one of the top must-see affordable holiday destinations in Asia. This place was discovered only a century ago and is hugely popular because of Maya Devi Temple where any visitor can observe the exact location of Buddha's birthplace. Today this holy piece of land consists of modern stupas, temples, and monasteries built by various Buddhist nation across the world. It is also listed as a UNESCO world heritage site.
There is a small public urban Lumbini park in Hyderabad, India which is constructed to show dedication to Lord Buddha and named after Lumbini of Nepal where Buddha was born.
Buddha’s birthday
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| Lord Gautam Buddha, who was born in Lumbini of Nepal. |
In Nepal, his birthday is celebrated on the full moon day of May. The celebration is known by different names, Buddha Jayanti, Buddha Purnima, Vaishakh Purnima, Saga Dawa, and Vesak. Purnima implies full moon day in Sanskrit.
In China and Korea, it is praised on the eighth day of the fourth month in the Chinese lunar calendar. The date changes from year to year in the Western Gregorian schedule, yet for the most part, falls in April or May. In leap years it might be commended in June. In Tibet, it falls on the seventh day of the fourth month of the Tibetan schedule (in May)
Major attractions in Lumbini, Nepal.
Top attractions of Lumbini are as below
- Maya Devi Temple
- Ashokan Pillar
- Myanmar Golden Temple
- World peace pagoda
- Lumbini Museum
- Royal Thai Buddhist Monastery
- Cambodian Monastery
- Zhong Hua Chinese Buddhist Monastery
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| Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha (Pic little things travel) |
Maya Devi temple
The Maya Devi temple is one of the significant attractions of Lumbini. This temple ensures the accurate spot of Buddha's birth to this world, represented by a marker stone. The nearby Bodhi tree is evidently the tree where Maya Devi rested in the shade while she was traveling. It was there that she gave birth to Gautam Buddha and took a holy bath in the adjacent pond, which is accepted to be where Buddha took his first bath as well.
Ashokan Pillar
It is understood that this pillar was constructed during 249 BC when Emperor Ashoka of India visited the then-prospering town of Lumbini. He fabricated four stupas and a pillar with a horse idol at the top and an engraving that depicts his visit and the significance of Lumbini as the birthplace of Lord Buddha. This pillar holds historical importance and it is viewed as one of the significant attractions of Lumbini.
Myanmar Golden temple
One of the most established structures on the premises with three halls corridors is the Myanmar golden temple. Directly inside the temple premises is the Lokamani Pula pagoda, another Burmese style pagoda that looks like the Shwe-dagon pagoda of Yangon.
World peace pagoda
This pagoda was constructed by the Japanese at the expense of US $ 1 million, simply outside the principal region. It is one of the emerging attractions of Lumbini. The pagoda has the statue of Lord Buddha in the position he took when he was born. It is a sparkling white structure with a golden statue.
Lumbini Museum
Lumbini Museum on the northern end of the area is committed to the life of Gautam Buddha and preserves the photographs and antiques from Buddhist regions across the world.
Royal Thai Buddhist monastery
Near the north end of the lake, this staggering and imposing wat (Thai-style monastery) is established from shining white marble.
Cambodian monastery
With solid contacts of Angkor Wat, this beautiful temple constructed in 2018 is now a standout amongst the most entrancing temple in Lumbini. The temple is encompassed by a square railing finished off by four 50m green snakes whose tails weave at the corners. The compound itself has a tremendous external divider finished with mind-boggling structures.
Zhong Hua Chinese Buddhist monastery
This amazing monastery is a standout amongst the most noteworthy structures at Lumbini. The exquisite pagoda-style temple resembles a little Forbidden City. Its impeccably manicured interior yard is so beautiful and calm.
Tours and activities in Lumbini.
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Hotel, restaurants, accommodation in Lumbini.
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Cheap Flights to Lumbini, Nepal.
International visitors can travel to Lumbini, Nepal from Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu Nepal. From there, you can travel via bus or pick up domestic flights to Bhairahawa Airport. However, a new international airport is under construction. Search and compare best flights deals to Kathmandu from this link.
