Namo Buddha Tour

Namo Buddha is a renowned Buddhist pilgrimage site situated in the Kavre district, approximately 40 km southeast of the Kathmandu Valley. It stands as one of the closest short tours, requiring about a 3-hour walk from the well-known tourist destination of ‘Dhulikhel.’ The term “Namo Buddha” translates to ‘Greetings to the Lord Buddha.’ In Buddhist mythology, there is a compelling story associated with this place, portraying a profound symbol of human sacrifice at its pinnacle.

According to Buddhist sutras, Lord Buddha, in his previous life, was born as Prince Mahasattva, the youngest son of King Maharatha. One day, while hunting in the forest with his two elder brothers, they encountered a tigress with her cubs. The tigress and her offspring were weakened from starvation and could hardly move. Touched by their pitiable condition, Prince Mahasattva decided to forego his journey and returned to the tiger, offering them his flesh and blood to save them. When his two brothers later revisited the location, they found only his bones and hairs. In his honor, the King and Queen buried a small casket covered with seven kinds of jewels, containing his bones, and erected a stupa over the site, which gained popularity among both Buddhist and Hindu communities. The entire area is adorned with sacred flags atop a small hill.