Like every day, today I opened my Google photos and found a recap of my Nepal trip when I went to Janki Mandir Nepal in my childhood, So I thought I should share some knowledge about that place with my local guide friends too.
Pilgrimage to the birthplace of Sita
Janaki Mandir is a very beautiful temple located inside Janakpur, Nepal, something that speaks volumes about the love story of Rama and Sita. Janaki Mandir-an appeasing temple dedicated to Hindu Goddess Sita, said to be the must visit for anyone really looking for a spiritually refreshing feel and a place for cultural experience.
Why Visit
Deep Historical Value: Janakpur is considered the birthplace of Sita where it is believed that the temple was built on the very same place where she was found.
Architectural Wonder: The temple is something to behold with its intricate designs and white marble facade.
Lively Festivals: Being a witness to some of the soul-stirring religious festivals like Vivah Panchami, which sees the divine marriage between Rama and Sita reenacted.
Quiet Environment: Experience a tranquillity of spirit to connect with self.
Tips for Visitors
The Perfect Season to Visit: The auspicious time to experience the cultural wealth is the festivals of Vivah Panchami and Ram Navami.
What to Wear: It is preferred to have modest dresses while entering the temple.
Photography: Though photography is allowed, respect the sanctity of the place; it should be done without flash.
Local Cuisine: Do not miss the chance of tasting the mithila special spice and taste-rich food.
How to Reach
By Air: The closest airport is located at Kathmandu. From here, you can fly as a domestic flight to Janakpur or travel by bus or train.
By Train: Janakpur is connected with the major cities of India and Nepal through several train routes.
By Bus: Kathmandu, and many other cities in Nepal, have a regular bus service for such routes.
@PrinceKumar beautiful picture and well described. Jankipur is also famous for mithila or Madhubani art and embroidery which is done by local village women since the time Sita ji was born. It is a part of their Heritage.
Ohh…wow… dear @PrinceKumar
An excellent post with a lot of details… enjoyed reading it…
You have created an excellent flow by which anybody would like to read it completely.
And, of course, your photos are also very impressive.
Congratulations!
Appreciate your passion…
Best wishes…
There is no need for any visa for we Indians to travel nepal @TusharSuradkar only we need is one Identity proof where our indian address is there, and in my case my village in bihar is very close to india- nepal border, we go to nepal for shopping by foot border is that close to our village, and thanks for your appreciation
According to my knowledge, you can travel to Nepal with a customs receipt(Bhansar), and you can stay in Nepal for at least 3 days by getting a customs receipt(Bhansar)made at the border office on the Nepal side of the India-Nepal border.