Kapilvastu District, District administration center in Lumbini Province, Nepal
The Kapilvastu District spans 1,738 square kilometers across the Terai plains and Chure hills, with elevations ranging from 93 to 1,491 meters.
Archaeological studies reveal 138 sites connected to Buddha within Kapilvastu District, where Prince Siddhartha spent his early years before departing at age 29.
The district population includes Awadhi, Muslim, Tharu, and Yadav communities, celebrating festivals like Vaishak Purnima, Deepawali, and Makar Sankranti throughout the year.
The district headquarters at Taulihawa coordinate administration for ten municipalities, including six urban centers and four rural jurisdictions across the region.
The World Marsh Region in Kapilvastu contains archaeological monuments and biodiversity elements proposed for UNESCO World Cultural Heritage recognition.
Location: Lumbini Province
Capital city: Kapilvastu Municipality
Website: http://ddckapilvastu.gov.np
GPS coordinates: 27.53333,83.05000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:09
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