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LUMBINI NEPAL

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 ‎ ‎ The Birthplace of Lord Buddha: Lumbini ‎ ‎Lumbini is not just a historical site—it is the sacred land of human civilization where Lord Gautama Buddha was born approximately 2600 years ago. Today, this site is a holy pilgrimage destination for Buddhists, and also a center of inspiration for everyone worldwide seeking peace, meditation, humanity, and spiritual journeys. Located in Rupandehi District, under Lumbini Province of Nepal, this site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. ‎ ‎ Historical Evidence of Lumbini: Ashoka Pillar and Mayadevi Temple ‎ ‎The history of Lumbini is extremely ancient. Various scriptures mention Buddha's birth in Lumbini from the womb of Mayadevi. The most important and ancient evidence of this is the Ashoka Pillar. Emperor Ashoka, during his visit to Lumbini in 249 BCE, erected a pillar with an inscription here as a mark of Buddha's birthplace. This 6-meter-tall pillar is still preserved today as a major historical monument in Lumbini. It clearly state...

Pokhara

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  Pokhara – Where the Himalayas Whisper, and the Lakes Smile Nepal has thousands of beautiful places, but when someone hears "Nepal travel," one place is the shiniest in everyone's mind — Pokhara. My first day at Pokhara is one day which I will never forget. Standing on the lake shore of Phewa Lake, gazing at Machhapuchhre, I always thought – "Whoever never saw Pokhara, never saw Nepal."   Pokhara Ka Kathi – A Peek into the Past Pokhara is not merely the tourist city of the present. It preserves the history of ancient pathways, kingdoms of kings and emperors, and the steps of traveling merchants. During times past, it was a part of the Kaski Kingdom, which was under the rule of Gurungs, Magars, and other tribes. Then there existed a pathway of trade from here to Tibet. Later on, when the unification of Nepal was started by Prithvi Narayan Shah, Pokhara also became a constituent part of Nepal. Phewa Lake – The Heart of Pokhara Pokhara itself is tightly interwoven...

Mount Everest Trekking Guide ,Weather & Travel Tips

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Mount Everest: More Than Just a Peak – A Living Symbol of Nepali Identity Mount Everest is not merely a mountain; it's a living symbol of Nepali identity. When we utter the name "Sagarmatha" (Everest), we don't just feel its geographical height, but also a deep spiritual connection. It reminds us of where we stand and inspires us to dream of how high we can reach. Standing at 8,848.86 meters, this mountain is located in the eastern part of Nepal, in the Khumbu region, bordering Nepal and China. The Story Behind the Name of Sagarmatha Today, we call it "Sagarmatha," but the history of its naming is long and fascinating. Tibetans call it "Chomolungma," meaning "Goddess Mother of the World." When the British surveyed this region, they identified it as "Peak XV." Later, in 1865, it was named "Mount Everest" after Sir George Everest, even though he had never actually seen the mountain. The Nepali name "Sagarmatha"...