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Visit Lumbini (Birthplace of Buddha): A Sacred Site in Nepal
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The site is marked by the Maya Devi Temple, which is named after Buddha's mother and houses ancient artifacts and ruins dating back to the 3rd century BCE.

Lumbini became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997, in recognition of its profound historical, spiritual, and cultural significance.

Lumbini, located in the Rupandehi District of Nepal, is widely recognized as the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama, who later became the Buddha.

The sacred garden of Lumbini is home to a pillar known as the Ashoka Pillar, erected by Emperor Ashoka in 249 BCE to commemorate his pilgrimage to the site.

Lumbini today serves as a pilgrimage site and a symbol of peace and unity, attracting visitors from around the world interested in Buddhist teachings.

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Latitude: 27.4869

Longitude: 83.2769

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