Kapilvastu Tour

Overview

The Kapilvastu Tour takes you to the ancient kingdom where Prince Siddhartha Gautama—later known as Lord Buddha—spent the first 29 years of his life. Located on the India–Nepal border, Kapilvastu is one of the most important destinations in the Buddhist pilgrimage circuit, offering deep historical, archaeological, and spiritual significance.

The tour allows visitors to explore the ruins of the ancient Shakya Kingdom, sacred sites associated with Buddha’s early life, and important relic stupas. Key attractions include:

• Tilaurakot – believed to be the palace area where Prince Siddhartha lived
• Niglihawa & Gotihawa – Ashokan pillars marking sacred Buddhist sites
• Kudan – where Buddha met his father King Suddhodana after Enlightenment
• Sagarhawa – the site where Shakya clan members were martyred
• Kapilvastu Museum – showcasing artifacts from the Shakya period

Surrounded by peaceful landscapes and ancient remains, Kapilvastu offers an enriching journey for pilgrims, historians, researchers, and travelers seeking to understand the early life of Lord Buddha.