"Gautam Buddha was born in Nepal" — this is not just a statement, it’s a historical fact backed by archaeology, UNESCO, and centuries of truth. But still, confusion exists — some universities and foreign sources have tried to claim otherwise, linking Buddha to Tibet or India.
Lumbini is located in the Rupandehi District of Madhesh Province in Nepal. In 623 BCE, Queen Maya Devi gave birth to Siddhartha Gautam — who later became Buddha — right here. The Maya Devi Temple, sacred pond, and Ashokan Pillar are proof of this sacred history.
UNESCO has recognized Lumbini as a World Heritage Site, and thousands of international pilgrims visit it every year.
Some universities, textbooks, and online platforms continue to mistakenly state that Buddha was born in India or Tibet. Whether due to misinformation, soft power influence, or lack of academic research — these false claims disrespect both Nepal’s history and Buddha's legacy.
China’s influence over Tibet and India's tourism and religious soft-power narrative often overshadow Nepal’s historical rights.
This is not about politics — it’s about identity and facts. Buddha taught peace, truth, and clarity. Misrepresenting his birthplace is against those very teachings.
Every Nepali, and every honest historian, knows: Lumbini is where it all began.
Let the world learn and remember — Gautam Buddha was born in Nepal. Not in Tibet. Not in India. The light of Asia rose from Lumbini, and Nepal will forever carry that legacy with honor.
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