Embark on a Soulful Journey from Swayambhu Mahachaitya to the Birthplace of Prince Mahasattva via Nama: Buddha Temple

Walk with Cultural Peace Lamp, accompanied by cultural music and dances, is an annual cultural and spiritual initiative organized by the Global Cultural Peace Walk Forum since 2017 in collaboration with different organizations. In response to participants’ requests, the program will expand from three to five days in 2026, with the “Global Cultural Peace Walk” scheduled for 21–25 November, coinciding with Sakimha Punhi (Kartik Purnima), the sacred full-moon day associated with the Mahasattva tradition and his spiritual awakening as a Bodhisattva. This year’s event is organized in by Global Cultural Peace Walk, Nepal in partnership with Halin Newa Guthi and technical support from Peace Tour International. The journey begins at the iconic Swayambhu Mahachaitya, passes through culturally diverse communities and landscapes rich in ancient heritage and historical infrastructure, and continues to the sacred Tomb of Prince Mahasatva (Namo Buddha Temple) before concluding at the traditional birthplace of Prince Mahasattva at Panchal Durbar.

Revered in Buddhist tradition, Namo Buddha is associated with the inspiring story of Prince Mahasattva, who sacrificed himself before 6000 years to save a starving tigress and her five newborn cubs. His extraordinary compassion embodies Abhayadan—the gift of protection and life. Participants from around the world are warmly invited to join this symbolic journey inspired by the spiritual legacies of Siddhartha Gautama Buddha and Prince Mahasattva. More than a pilgrimage, the walk celebrates Nepal’s living cultural heritage through music, dance, and cultural sharing, fostering friendship and mutual understanding. Carrying the Cultural Peace Lamp, participants will share a universal message of peace, compassion, and unity, transcending cultural, religious, and geographical boundaries to illuminate the path toward a more harmonious world.