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A Guide to the Buddhist Pilgrimage Sites of Nepal
An overview of Nepal's Buddhist pilgrimage sites, from Lumbini and the Kathmandu Valley to Namo Buddha and Himalayan monasteries, with basic planning notes.
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Nepal Overview
Planning a Buddhist pilgrimage across Nepal.
A Journey Through the Sacred Sites of Nepal
How to sequence the Kathmandu Valley, Lumbini and mountain sites into a coherent Buddhist pilgrimage in Nepal, with pacing and planning advice but no operators or prices.
Discovering the Ancient Buddhist Heritage of Nepal
A hedged history of Buddhism in Nepal, from the Shakya homeland and Licchavi period through Newar Buddhism to later Tibetan influence, noting where sources are uncertain.
Discovering the Hidden Buddhist Sites of Nepal: A Pilgrimage to the Himalayas
Quieter Buddhist places in Nepal, including Namo Buddha, Ramagrama and Tilaurakot, with cautions about access, road conditions and local etiquette.
The Sacred Sites of Nepal: A Buddhist Pilgrimage Guide
Etiquette for Nepal's Buddhist and shared Hindu sites: shoes, clockwise walking, photography, leather and dress, with the reminder that customs vary and local guidance comes first.
Walking the Path of the Buddha in Nepal: A Journey to the Himalayas
The Buddha's life is tied to the Terai plain, not the high Himalaya. This article introduces the later Tibetan Buddhist culture of Mustang and Dolpo and the permits to check.
Walking the Path of the Buddha: A Guide to the Buddhist Pilgrimage Sites of Nepal
When to visit Nepal's Buddhist sites through the year: monsoon, festivals and altitude cautions for Lumbini, the Kathmandu Valley and the mountains.
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