Project 317 - Lumbini, Nepal
Mahasiddha Peace Sanctuary
The birthplace of the Buddha is Lumbini, Nepal, and construction kickstarting the beginning of the ambitious Mahasiddha Sanctuary for Universal Peace, marked where the Buddha took birth under a bodhi tree. Currently, only a simple Maya Devi temple to the south of the 3km by 1km urban plan by famous Japanese architect Kenzo Tange and a dharma chakra wheel, designed by us, indicate the importance of the site. The wheel marks the spiritual centre of the future Mahasiddha Sanctuary, which will measure 45m high and 80m in diameter and contain a Grand Hall to accommodate more than 1,000 for ceremonies and gatherings. At the top of the building will be a Sanctuary Hall featuring a keystone statue, museum, library and vegetarian restaurant. A monastery and retreat will complete the urban plan of STUDIO SITEC. Professor Stephan Braunfels is responsible for the main temple design.



