Emperor Ashoka Pillar and Maya Devi of the

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The indian emperor Ashoka visite Lumbini in 245 BC and build this pillar to commemorate his pilgrimage to the birthplace of Lord is 6 m high although half of it is underground.

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Size: 3332px × 5244px
Location: Emperor Ashoka Pillar and Maya Devi Temple,Lumbini,Terai,Nepal
Photo credit: © Pep Roig / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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