The short answer
Gotihawa, a few kilometres southwest of Taulihawa, is tied by tradition to Krakuchanda Buddha, a Buddha said to have come before Siddhartha. A broken Ashokan pillar stands here beside brick stupa remains and a pond.
Kudan lies south of Tilaurakot and is a mound of old structures near a pond. Tradition links it to the meeting of King Suddhodhana and the Buddha after his return, and to the offering of a monk's robe. Both are simple, peaceful and best visited with a guide who can tell the stories.
Key facts
- Gotihawa
- Krakuchanda link, Ashokan pillar
- Kudan
- Meeting of father and son
- Near
- Taulihawa and Tilaurakot
- Time
- About 1 hour each
How it works
- Drive from LumbiniRural roads.
- See Gotihawa pillarBroken pillar base.
- Walk the Kudan moundQuiet pond.
- Return via TilaurakotComplete the loop.
Insider tip
Combine with Tilaurakot on the same morning.
Avoid this
Do not expect museums or ticket booths; these are field sites.
Related questions
Can I walk between them?
They are too far apart; use a vehicle.
Is it open every day?
Usually; check locally.
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