Siddharthanagar: The Gateway to Lumbini, the Birthplace of Lord Buddha

Siddharthanagar, formerly known as Bhairahawa, is a major city in Rupandehi District, Lumbini Province, Nepal. Located just a few kilometers from the Indian border and only 22 km from Lumbini, the sacred birthplace of Lord Buddha, Siddharthanagar serves as the primary entry point for international pilgrims, traders, and tourists entering western Nepal. Quick Facts about