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Complete Tourist Guide to Janakpur, Nepal | Temples, Food & Travel Tips

 Full Janakpur Nepal Tourist guide.


Complete tourist guide to Janakpur Nepal – Janaki Mandir, Vivaha Mandap, Mithila art, sacred ponds, local food, festivals and easy travel tips


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One of the most important cities in Nepal concerning culture and religion is Janakpur which is situated in southern Terai region. Janakpur is considered to be the birth place of Goddess Sita and the marriage place of Lord Rama and Sita and a great pilgrimage centre of Hindus and a flourishing tourist destination.


Vivaha Mandap Janakpur – sacred wedding site of Lord Rama and Sita


How to Get to Janakpur

By Air: Flights to Janakpur Airport may be daily out of Kathmandu (approx. 40 minutes)

Travel by Road: Kathmandu to other Terai cities connect by comfortable buses and jeeps ( 8-9 hours of travel ).

In India: Well connected at Jayanagar (Bihar) border.


Best Things to do in Janakpur

Janaki Mandir-The main attraction of Janakpur is a marble temple devoted to Goddess Sita.

Ram Mandir-One more eminent shrine that is close to the Janaki Mandir is the Ram Mandir.

Dhanush Sagar & Ganga Sagar -Religious ponds.

Vivaha Mandap – A lovely temple that marks the spot of Lord Rama and Sita tied in marriage.

Local Mithila Art - Local Mithila Art, the art and handicraft of Mithila.


Traditional Mithila Thali food served in Janakpur restaurant

Sweet Thekua – famous Mithila snack of Janakpur Nepal


Janakpur Food

Janakpur has traditional Mithila/ Nepali foods:

Dal, Bhat and Tarkari- This is the the main Nepali diversion.

Ponnanganigadho & Athkata- Traditional Mithila sweets

Momo & Chowmein- famous Nepali fast food

Lassi & Mithila Thali Inn – Lassi is one of the local favorites found in the streets food stalls as well as in restaurants.


Stays in Janakpur

Visitors have an option of staying in low-priced hotels, mid-rate lodges, and nuns that are close to Janaki Mandir. Most of them present a culture with a welcome reception.


Best Time to visit Janakpur

It should be in October to March as the weather is nice at this time. Culture is celebrated to its fullest with major festivals that are celebrated such as Vivaha panchami and Rama Navami making it the best cultural experience.

Janakpur is not a place, but a trip to history, spirituality and culture; it is sacred journey. A religious site that is a must to visit especially pilgrims and other cultural explorers.

Colorful Vivaha Panchami festival celebrations in Janakpur Nepal


Information about Janakpur, Nepal that most frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Q1. In which place is Janakpur?

Janakpur is a southeast Nepalese city that is located near the India-Nepal border in the Mithila region.


Q2. How do I go to Kathmandu to Janakpur?

One easily flies directly (40 minutes) to Janakpur Airport or drives a journey of 8-9 hours by either bus or jeep.


Q3. What is Famous in Janakpur?

Jankpur is the birthplace Goddess Sita and her marriage place with Lord Rama. It is renowned by Janaki Mandir, Mithila art and ponds of sacredness.


Q4. What is special to eat in Janakpur?

Do not skip Mithila Thali, Thekua sweets, Dal Bhat, and its momo and refreshing lassi.


Q5. What is the good time to visit Janakpur?

The optimal period is October-March. The visit in Vivaha Panchami or Rama Navami gives special cultural encounter


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