The sacred birthplace of Lord Buddha is Lumbini, located in the Terai plains of southern Nepal. This historical fact is attested by an inscription on a pillar erected by the Mauryan Emperor Asoka in 249 BC. It marks the birth of Lord Buddha in 623 BC, making Lumbini a place of profound significance for Buddhists and a UNESCO World Heritage Site that attracts pilgrims and visitors from around the world.