Lumbini: Birthplace of the Buddha

Lumbini is a Buddhist pilgrimage site in the Rupandehi District. Queen Maya gave birth to Siddhartha Gautama here around 563 BCE.

In 1896, researchers discovered a stone pillar at Rupandehi. The Ashoka Pillar marks the spot of Ashoka's visit.

A Brahmi inscription states Ashoka visited Lumbini in the 3rd-century BCE. King Ripumalla added text in 1234 Saka Era.

Excavations beneath the Mayadevi Temple in 2013 revealed an older timber structure under brick walls from the Ashokan era.

UNESCO granted Lumbini World Heritage status in 1997. Pilgrims from various countries perform chanting and meditation at the site daily.

Lumbini has evidence of human activity from ancient times.

Nipponzan Myohoji decided to build a Peace Pagoda in the park in 2001. Many different cultures visit it daily.