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Capital of Nepal's Madhesh Province
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Janakpur is a major city of religious and historical importance in the Eastern Terai region of Nepal. It is a popular place of pilgrimage for Hindus from all around the world and a major tourist attraction in the region. It is the capital of ancient Mithila Kingdom, the land of the wise and righteous King Janak of legend, and also the legendary birthplace of the goddess Sita. The people of that place also speaks Maithili.
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The major landmark and the centre of attraction, heart of Janakpur city. It is a 19th-century temple dedicated to the great daughter of the holy land of Mithila Kingdom and her consort Lord Ram. The temple was built by the Queen of Tikamgadh, now in Madhya Pradesh, India, as a reverence towards the birthplace of Goddess Sita, and the temple is a great example of Sikh and mougal architecture.
The temple is dedicated to God Hanumana, and is also one of the most important places of worship in the region, and held with great reverence by the local people.
By train
Janakpur used to host the only railway service in Nepal owned by Nepal Railways, which connected Janakpur with Jainagar, a border town in India.
By road
Janakpur is well connected to the major cities in Nepal via road network, and also to neighbouring cities in India across the border.
By bus
From Kathmandu (Nepal) : Several day and night buses leave for Janakpur daily from the Kalanki Bus Stop.
Once you reach the town, there are a number of options available locally to reach your destination, or just to tour the city.
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