HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CITY

About the City

Today's Piprahwa 22 km from Siddharthnagar is identified with ancient Kapilvastu where Lord Buddha spent the early years of his life.

  • Area : 06 sq. km.
  • Population : 6000 (2001 census)
  • Season : October-April
  • STD Code : 05544

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Fairs Festivals

Kapilvastu Buddha Mahotsava ruins of the palace are spread over a large area.

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Places of Interest

Stupa Complex

This is the main archaeological site which was discovered during excavations in 1973-74. The seals and inscriptions over the lid of the pot discovered read "Om Deoputra Vihare Kapilvastu Bhikschu Mahasanghasa" and "Om Deoputra Vihare Kapilvastu Bhikschu Sanghasa".

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Restaurants & Hospitals

Restaurants
  • Apart from the Restaurant at UPSTDC Motel, only local eateries are available.
Hospitals
  • Primary Health Centre at Pachgahva from Kapilvastu
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Tourist Information

  • Tourist Office, Siddharth Nagar, Near Roadways, 22 km from Kapilvastu
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Accessibility

Air

Gorakhpur Airport-109 Km. Sravasti airstrip-146 Km etc.

Rail

Nearest Railway Station is Naugarh 22 km.

Road

Some of the major road distances are Berdpur-8 Km., Sonauli-48 Km. etc.

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Banks, Post & Telegraph

Banks
  • State Bank of India, at Aligarahwa from Kapilvastu.
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Excursions

Lumbini

86 km., situated across the border in Nepal, Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha.

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