Ashoka Pillar
The Ashoka Pillar is located inside the peaceful Maya Devi temple complex is one of the oldest stone pillars built in the 3rd century under the reign of Emperor Ashoka. It is a 6-meter tall pink sandstone structure built as a mark of respect by Ashoka to Buddhism after he visited Lumbini.
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Activity Level Leisurely
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The Ashoka Pillar in Lumbini is one of the 3rd Century stone pillars built under the reign of Emperor Ashoka. It was erected as a mark of respect by Ashoka after he visited Lord Buddha’s place of birth and decided to accept Buddhism. These facts make the pillar a significantly important attraction in the country. It bears the oldest inscription compared to the rest of the Ashoka Pillars, thus marking that it was the first-ever such structure built. The pillar is located inside the serene Maya Devi Temple complex and is quite a stimulating structure to visit because of its interesting and motivating history. This 6-metre tall pink sandstone structure was rediscovered by Nepalese archaeologists in 1896.
Entrance Fees
The entrance fee is NRs. 500 rupees to Lumbini Garden.
The main attraction in the destination is the Pillar itself, where the inscription on the stone is in Pali saying Ashoka himself visited Lumbini and Shakyamuni Buddha was born in Lumbini.
The destination takes approximately 45 minutes by flight from Kathmandu to Bhairahawa and then 30 minutes by drive from Bhairahawa to reach Ashoka Pillar.