Observed on the full-moon day of the month of Baishak, Buddha Jayanti, literally meaning the birthday anniversary of Lord Buddha is, a thrice blessed day – the day of His birth, of attainment of enlightenment and of Nirvana (salvation). Born in Nepal at Lumbini gardens of Rupandehi district, his birthday is celebrated with grandeur and festivities in Nepal. With cosmopolitan personality, Lord Buddha belongs to the whole world. So this birthday celebration which is termed as Buddha Jayanti is observed throughout the world. Colourful celebrations take place in most of the East, North, South-East and South Asian countries. In Nepal, Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike come forward to pay their homage to Lord Buddha, the illustrious son of the Himalayam Kingdom. On this great day of Baishak Poornima (full moon day) Buddhists visit temples and monasteries to pay homage to Lord Buddha. Images of Buddha are taken around in respective cities and villages in processions by local devotees in many parts of the country. All Buddhist shrines are colourfully lit with electric and butter-fed lights and decorated as well.
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