Lumbini- The Land of Spiritual Awakening
The birthplace of Lord Buddha, Lumbini, is a Buddhist pilgrimage site best known as a place where Buddha achieved enlightenment. Lumbini, which is situated about 350 km south-west of Kathmandu, Nepal is also enlisted under the World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1197. The place carries great significance as it stands as the primary pivotal place of the life of Buddha. The monuments, monasteries and museums there exhibit the roots, beliefs and culture of Buddhists.
Attraction Sites in Lumbini
Including the Lumbini temple, there are several other old temples as well like the Mayadevi temple whereas, other temples funded by Buddhist Organizations are still under construction. There is also a Holy Pond widely known as Puskarini where it is believed that Buddha’s mother took a dip prior to his birth and the very place where Buddha took his first bath. The Ashoka Pillars are among the earliest sculptural remains and are regarded as important sites from the life of Buddha. People also visit the Buddhist Pagoda style built shrine known as the World Peace Pagoda. It is located at the opposite end to Eternal flame. Considered as an oasis of peace, it is certainly a great place to meditate. Next, we have a religious monument built in a Burmese style which gives a regal look to its entire structure. This religious site known as Myanmar Golden Temple is wholly dedicated to Lord Buddha. Besides them all, there has been a sanctuary set up for the cranes in Nepal at Lumbini Crane Sanctuary.
Best Time to Visit Lumbini
People commemorate the birth of Buddha and his teachings. Thus, the people celebrate Buddha Jayanti and that is when the town comes back to life. To witness this auspicious occasion, April and May are the best months to visit Lumbini. However, when the weather is switched to autumn from monsoon, that is the months of October and November, those are the best seasons to visit Lumbini as the temperature will have cooled down a little and the weather in Lumbini will have been perfect to view the sunset and sunrise.
How to Get to Lumbini
Exploring the nooks of Lumbini comes to be quite pocket friendly yet enriching. People wanting to travel to Lumbini may depart from either Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan or India. You can also take a ride via bus from Kathmandu if you are willing to run through the forests of Nepal. To roam around the streets and alleys of the spiritual land, you are also made accessible to road maps and itineraries.
Accomodations in Lumbini
You will find most of the accommodation options located nearby the Lumbini Bazar. During auspicious occasions, accommodations may be used to its full capacity and in that case, you may stay at the nearest town Bhairahawa. The restaurants and hotels are well maintained and meets its standard threshold.
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