Kudan Stupa Tourism

Type of destination: Historical Landmark

Kudan Stupa, also known as Nigrodharama, is an important archaeological and pilgrimage site located around 4.5 km south of the Sacred Garden in Lumbini, Nepal. This ancient stupa is believed to be the spot where Buddha met his father for the first time after his enlightenment. The site holds significant historical and religious value for Buddhists around the world. According to Buddhist texts, it is at Kudan that Buddha gave sermons to his father, King Suddhodana, and other family members, which eventually led to their spiritual awakening. The design of the stupa incorporates typical Buddhist architecture, with a semi-spherical dome representing the vastness of the universe. Over the years, the structure has undergone several restorations to preserve its sanctity and historical importance. Along with the stupa, there are remains of ancient monasteries and structural complexes, which offer insights into the monastic life during Buddha's time. Visitors to Kudan Stupa can immerse themselves in the tranquility of the place and enhance their understanding of Buddha's life and teachings.

Top 5 Reviews on Kudan Stupa

PatrickSatoLee

Wrote on 4th Oct, 2023

KUDAN

According to some scholars 15 identified with nigrodharama (banyangrove) this site of monastery built by Suddhodan, Father of Lord Buddha here was the lord presented with Kasaya Vastra by Prajapati Ga..

adityainc

Wrote on 20th Nov, 2019

wonderful place

the kundan stupa is a welcome place to see the ancient architecture within a lush green environment.

consumersays

Wrote on 9th Oct, 2019

Awesome looks and site

The Kundan stupa offers excellent environment to fall in love with the mother nature completely seeing the mesmerizing surroundings.

taotzu

Wrote on 22nd Sep, 2019

Buddha visited here

It's a large stupa, vihara & a pond. Earlier called Nigrodha van where Buddha met his father shuddodhan on his first visit to Kapilvastu after attaining Sambodhi. Later on converted into vihara. There..

mrkyaw2018

Wrote on 13th Apr, 2019

A very remarkable site with full of historic and religious value

This is one of the must see destinations in Lumbini area, the area of birth of Lord Buddha. In addition to Lumbini, Kudan Stupa, the ancient Nyigrodharama monastery, stands for one of the must-see des..

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