Overview

• Miss World 2025 contestants from 22 countries visited Buddhavanam on May 12, engaging in spiritual and cultural activities to celebrate Buddha Purnima.
• The group participated in meditation, interfaith prayers, and the Bailli Kuppa Maha Bodhi Puja, led by 25 monks inside the Great Stupa.
• Dr. Shiva Nagi Reddy guided the delegates through thematic zones depicting Buddha’s life, Buddhist teachings, and ancient relics relocated from Nagarjunakonda.
• Buddhavanam, a 279-acre heritage park near Nagarjuna Sagar Dam, showcases India’s Buddhist legacy through zones like Jataka Park, Dhyana Vanam, and a Buddhist Heritage Museum.
• The visit emphasized cultural diplomacy, aligning with Telangana’s efforts to promote global tourism and investment through the Miss World event.