Thursday, May 8, 2014

JANAKPURDHAM THE LAND STEPPED IN MYTHOLOGY

Janakpur, (Nepaliजनकपुर IPA: also known as Janakpurdham, is one of the historical and religious cities of Nepal. Janakpur is the administrative headquarters of Dhanusa District of the Janakpur Zone and has a population of approximately 103,176 in its core but around 4,00,000 in its urban agglomeration. The city is located about 123 km south-east of Kathmandu, 20 km from the Indian border at 26° 43' 43" N, 085° 55' 30" E. Janakpur has a substantial tourism industry due to its significance in the Hindu religion and is home to the only operational railway in Nepal, the Janakpur Railway.

JANAKPURDHAM THE LAND STEPPED IN MYTHOLOGY


Background
Historical and mythological background of Janakpurdham 
Pilgrimage
Importance of Mithila from Pilgrimage and Touristic Point of view 
Temples
Notable temples of Janakpurdham 
Ponds
Some Important Ponds of Janakpurdham 
Cultural dance
Unique Cultural Dances of Janakpurdham 
Festivals

Annual Festivals of Mithilanchal and Janakpurdham

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