Things to Do in Lumbini in 2026

The Maya Devi Temple in Lumbini, Nepal, birthplace of the Lord Buddha.

Water Lily Flower at the Maya Devi in Lumbini, Nepal, birthplace of the Lord Buddha.

Buddhist Temple at the Lumbini Buddhist Temple Complex, Nepal.

The Eternal Peace Lamp was lit on 1 November 1986 by Prince Gyanendra to commemorate the International Year of Peace. The flame was brought from the UN in NY, NY, USA. It sits at the beginning of the park-like area known as the Lumbini Development Zone next to the Maya Devi Temple. The zone contains numerous Buddhist temples and monasteries built by various countries.

The Maya Devi temple sits over the spot where the Buddha (Prince Siddhartha) was born. Inside you can see the marker stone that pinpoints the spot where the Buddha was born as well as a sandstone carving of the birth of the Buddha from the 14th century. (No photos inside) The sacred pond in front is where Queen Maya Devi was said to have bathed before giving birth to the Buddha. Lumbini, Nepal.

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What to do in Lumbini

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Maya Devi Temple

4.5/5(6 reviews)

After visiting Maya Devi Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lumbini. Discover the area's countryside and temples.

Royal Bardia National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Royal Bardia National Park, a lovely green space in Bardiya National Park. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Lumbini Museum

4/5(5 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Lumbini Museum during your travels in Lumbini. Discover the area's countryside and temples.

Sri Lankan Monastery

4/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Lumbini when you spend time at Sri Lankan Monastery. Discover the area's countryside and temples.

Mother Temple of the Graduated Path to Enlightenment

5/5(1 review)

After visiting Mother Temple of the Graduated Path to Enlightenment, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lumbini. Amble around the area's forest or visit its temples.

Vietnam Phat Quoc Tu Temple

2.5/5(2 reviews)

After visiting Vietnam Phat Quoc Tu Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lumbini. Wander the forest and gardens while you're in the area.