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Kapilvastu, Nepal – The Ancient Capital of the Shakya Kingdom

by Rajan Neupane

Introduction Kapilvastu is one of the most historically and spiritually significant locations in Nepal. Situated in the southwestern part of the country within Lumbini Province, Kapilvastu is globally recognized as the ancient capital of the Shakya Kingdom, the royal family into which Siddhartha Gautama—later known as Lord Buddha—was born. The district is a vital component

Maya Devi Temple: The Sacred Birthplace of Lord Buddha in Lumbini

by Rajan Neupane

The Maya Devi Temple in Lumbini, Nepal, is one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for Buddhists around the world. It marks the exact spot where Queen Maya Devi gave birth to Siddhartha Gautama, who later became Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism. Revered as the cradle of Buddhism, the temple and its surrounding monastic