LUMBINI NEPAL
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...