Ramagrama is a large grassy brick mound near Parasi in Nawalparasi, east of Lumbini. Buddhist tradition holds that after the Buddha's cremation his relics were divided among eight kingdoms, and the Koliya people built a stupa here. Ramagrama is revered as the only one of the eight original relic stupas said never to have been opened.
Quick answer: Ramagrama is about 1.5–2 hours by road from Lumbini. Combine it with Devdaha and Tilaurakot on a Buddhist circuit.
Ramagrama Stupa at a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Near Parasi, Nawalparasi |
| Built by | The Koliya people (tradition) |
| Significance | Relic stupa of the Buddha |
| From Lumbini | About 1.5–2 hours |
| Best time | October–March |
Visiting
The site is peaceful and simple: a grassy mound by a river, with a small monastery nearby. Visit early in the day.
Trips and guides
Plan your visit
Ramagrama completes a Buddhist journey through Nepal's lowlands. Contact us and our Kathmandu team will help you plan it.