Kapilavastu

Kapilavastu was an ancient city in present-day Nepal and India, renowned as the childhood home of Siddhartha Gautama, who became the Buddha. It served as the capital of the Shakya kingdom around the 6th century BCE. The city holds historical and religious significance, attracting pilgrims and scholars interested in Buddhism's origins. Today, its archaeological remains and nearby sites help piece together the history of Buddha's early life and the cultural context of that era.