Tirhut division, Bihar
Sitamarhi
Punaura Dham, revered as the birthplace of Sita.
- Headquarters
- Sitamarhi
- Population (2011)
- 3,423,574
- Area
- 2,199 km²
Overview
Sitamarhi, near the Nepal border, is revered in Hindu tradition as the birthplace of Sita. Punaura Dham and the Janaki Mandir in the town draw pilgrims from across the region, especially around Janaki Navami and Vivah Panchami.
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Places to see in Sitamarhi
- Punaura Dham
- Janaki Mandir
- Haleshwar Sthan
Historical & religious sites
- Punaura Dham
- Janaki Mandir
Art, culture & festivals
- Janaki Navami
Travel information
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