The Sacred Garden is the focal point of the Lumbini Development. It symbolizes the birthplace of the Lord Buddha. Its form a circle enclosing squares is a universal symbol of purity and simplicity. A network of raised walkways between the landscaping and the archaeological areas forms the squares. In order to preserve the historical integrity of the location; three will be no new construction within the sacred area.

As visitors leave the Central Link, before entering the garden, they will cross a bridge over the circular levee and the pond, which surrounds the garden, symbolically leaving the everyday world for the sanctified ground of the birthplace. In keeping with the spirit and simple approach of Buddhism, there will be no temple or monument, but simply a garden kept much as it was when Lord Buddha was born. The Sacred Garden area is surrounded by the pond and a circular levee to protect the archaeological area against inundation.