Nepal · September 2015

Lumbini

The birthplace of the Buddha in the Nepali lowlands: monks under the Bodhi tree, the Maya Devi Temple and misty morning ruins.

Monks seated under the Bodhi tree, Lumbini
The Himalaya from the plane, Lumbini
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The Lumbini road sign, Lumbini
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Greg at a monastery gate, Lumbini
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Morning mist over the ruins, Lumbini
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Brick foundations in low sun, Lumbini
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Monks walking under prayer flags, Lumbini
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Maya Devi Temple, Lumbini
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Stupa silhouette at sunset, Lumbini
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The eternal flame, Lumbini
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