The pilgrimage site of Namo Buddha is about 40 km from Boudhanath Stupa. Located on slightly elevated land, it is a pleasant and out-of-the-way place. The landscape below resembles an eight-petalled lotus, and the sky above has the form of a wheel with nine spokes. In the summertime, southern winds bring coolness; in wintertime, the warm, gentle sun is like the clear and radiant face of youth. The flowers bloom bright and are multi-coloured. In the blue vault of the sky, clouds gently gather and turn all shades of red at daybreak. They are beautiful in wondrous hues that fill the space with their canopies and banners. Like a heap of white silk scarves, mists drift slowly across the hillss. From the clouds, the drums of thunder resonate; lightning flashes like a slim dancer’s quick movement; and fine showers fall in brightness.

In essence, all the harmonious conditions needed for meditation are present at this sacred site. Merely coming here inspires one’s faith; renunciation and weariness with samsara naturally arise. As it is said: “In the supreme place of a solitary mountain retreat, any activity is virtuous.” Namo Buddha is a place of pilgrimage highly revered by people from across the world. 

 ‘Namo Buddhaya means (“I take refuge in the Buddha”) The ancient stupa has become a special place to seek divine solace through activities such as circumambulation and making offerings. People come from all corners of the world to visit the site and make traditional offerings of butter lamps, a fresh coat of white paint for the stupa, and a pleated cloth that encircles the base of its spire and ripples in the wind. 

Accessibility

Namo Buddha can be reached after a three-hour trek either from Dhulikhel or Panauti.

Accommodation

Few hotels accommodate tourists in this place.