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Revered as the birthplace of Buddha, Lumbini – a designated UNESO World Heritage Site and the home of Buddha for 29 years – is slow, peaceful and totally serene. At the centre of it all is the Sacred Garden, home to the Maya Devi Temple (dedicated to Buddha’s mother) and the Pushkarini Sacred Pond, whilst the wider area includes monastic zones where countries from across the Buddhist world have built temples and monasteries in their distinct style. The entire area is a contemplative contrast to the tiny lanes and bustling squares of the Kathmandu Valley and even if you’re not travelling for pilgrimage, it’s a place for reflection and easy days, gazing at the intricate architecture and tuning into your spirituality.
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Lumbini is (for the moment) tranquil and relatively untouched and the cultural significance of being in such a profoundly spiritual area is awe-inspiring.
Many visit on a day trip, but stay overnight and explore early or late in the cool, when the complex feels especially peaceful.
The temple complex is open and very exposed, so a hat and lots of water are essentials, especially if you’re only visiting for the day.
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Dry Season — one of the best times to visit
Dry Season — one of the best times to visit
Dry Season — one of the best times to visit
Dry Season — a good time to visit
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Wet Season — a quieter time to visit
Wet Season — a quieter time to visit
Wet Season — a good time to visit
Dry Season — one of the best times to visit
Dry Season — one of the best times to visit
Dry Season — a good time to visit
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