Attraction
Kudan
Where the Buddha reunited with his father
Kudan is an archaeological site in Kapilvastu District, believed to be the ancient Nyagrodha Grove where the Buddha returned to visit his father King Suddhodana after attaining enlightenment. An Ashoka stupa and pillar at the site commemorate this significant event in Buddhist history.The site is part of the greater Lumbini-Kapilvastu pilgrimage circuit and draws Buddhist pilgrims seeking to connect with the key locations associated with the Buddha's life and family in the ancient Shakya kingdom.
Highlights
Buddha's reunion with his father
Ashoka stupa and pillar
Nyagrodha Grove archaeological site
Lumbini pilgrimage circuit
Practical Info
Address
Kudan, Kapilvastu District, Lumbini Province
Opening Hours
Daily 9am–5pm
In This Destination
Kapilvastu
Footsteps of the young Siddhartha in the ancient Shakya kingdom