Lumbini
Lumbini is the birthplace of “Light Of Asia” Gautam Buddha, is the pilgrimage destination of the world’s millions of people faithful to all schools of Buddhism.
Nepal is a beautiful country tucked in the Himalayas located in between the two mighty gaints, India and China. This Himalayan nation consists of three regions; the high Himalayas, Mountains and the Terai 'plains'. People with diverse cultures and traditions inhabit these lands peacfully living in perfect harmony. Thus, Nepal is also known as the country with “Unity In Diversity”. Exploring Nepal, one can witness the mighty Himalayas (8 of the world's tallest mountains including Mt. Everest are in Nepal). The 'Light of Asia' - Lord Buddha was born here in the plains of 'Terai' at Lumbini. Kathmandu, the capital city, offers interesting cultural sightseeing visiting it's age-old Hindu temples, shrines, Buddhist stupas, royal palaces which are declared UNESCO World's Heritage Sites.
