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Mithila Tourist Places

📅 September 30, 2025✍️ Mithila Legacy Team

Mithila is a place which has its cultural and historical glory described by beautiful and magnificent tourist places. From ancient temples to royal palaces, the region is dotted with sites that tell the story of a glorious past.

Janakpur Dham

The birthplace of Mata Sita and the ancient capital of Mithila. The Janaki Mandir is a marvel of architecture. The city comes alive during Vivaah Panchami, celebrating the wedding of Ram and Sita.

Dhanusha & Sitamarhi

Dhanusha is where Lord Rama is believed to have broken the divine bow. Sitamarhi is revered as the place where King Janak found Sita while ploughing the field. Punauradham here is a major pilgrimage site.

Ahilya Asthan & Others

Ahilya Asthan in Darbhanga marks the spot where Ahilya was liberated. Other significant sites include Uchhaith Bhagwati (associated with Kalidas), Ugratara Asthan (place of Mandan Mishra), and the Rajnagar Mahal, the 'Taj Mahal of Mithila'.

Madhubani & Jitwarpur

Jitwarpur village has worldwide recognition for Mithila art. Travelers come to see paintings on the walls of natives' homes. It is a living museum of art.