The tour from Kathmandu to Janakpur is easily covered by air and road. The historic city of Janakpur is 135 kilometer from Kathmandu. Situated in the southern part of Nepal beside the Indian Border, Janakpur is famous for the Janaki religious shrine.
Religious History Of Janakpur
Janakpur is believed to be the place of birth of Goddess Sita, the mythological character of Ramayana and the consort of Lord Rama. Janakpur had also served as the capital of the Mithila rulers of the bygone era. The marvelous buildings and splendid religious shrines of the sacred city of Janakpur reflect the rich architectural brilliance of the ancient times. The art and artifacts of the place portrays the rich Mithila cultural traditions that have percolated to the modern era.
Places To Visit In Janakpur
Janakpur has several places of tourist attractions. Some of the prominent tourist destinations of Janakpur include:
Janaki Temple- Devoted to Goddess Sita, Janaki Temple was constructed in the year of 1911. The temple was built on the lines of Islamic architecture and reflects the zenith of architectural development of the ancient times
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Sita- Ram Vivah Mandir- The Sita- Ram Vivah Mandir is another revered shrine of Kathmandu which is visited by many pilgrims. According to Hindu mythology, Lord Ram wedded Goddess Sita in the sacred sanctorum of the temple. The temple authorities annually celebrate the wedding anniversary of Ram and Sita with much dedication and religious fervor
Sacred Tanks- Ganga Sagar and Dhanush Sagar are the two prominent sacred tanks of Janakpur. Janakpur has several other holy ponds that attract several devotees from far and wide for ritual bathing
Shopping in Janakpur
The tourists can purchase several items of Mithila art and craft. The exquisite paintings from Mithila of Bihar draw the attention of every tourist. The paintings depict the variuos phases of life of Lord Buddha.
Accessibility To Janakpur
The tourists can hire private cars from the tour operators of Kathmandu or can avail the tourist bus to reach Janakpur. Janakpur is easily accessible by flights too. The Gorkha Airlines and the Buddha Air operate regular flight services to Janakpur.
Representing the unique religious past of Janakapur, the place attracts several tourists all through the year.
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