The short answer
Araurakot is a large rectangular fortified area with traces of an old moat and brick walls east of Niglihawa; tradition links it with Kanakamuni Buddha's hometown.
Devdaha lies east of Lumbini across the Rohini river and is remembered as the capital of the Koliya kingdom, the home of Queen Mayadevi's family. Ramagrama is a tall brick stupa mound on a river bank, believed to hold relics of the Buddha and traditionally protected, not opened.
These three are best taken as a half-day on the eastern side, often linking Lumbini to Ramagrama and onward to Chitwan.
Key facts
- Araurakot
- Fortified area and moat
- Devdaha
- Koliya capital
- Ramagrama
- Brick stupa mound
- Direction
- East of Lumbini
How it works
- Leave Lumbini earlyHeading east.
- Visit DevdahaStories of Mayadevi's family.
- See RamagramaBrick stupa.
- Continue to ChitwanIf heading that way.
Insider tip
Combine Devdaha and Ramagrama when driving east toward Chitwan.
Avoid this
Do not expect big signage; ask your guide to mark each site.
Related questions
Is Ramagrama open inside?
The stupa is not opened; you view it from outside.
How far is Devdaha?
Around an hour or more by road.
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