Jaleshwar Mahadev Temple
जलेश्वर महादेव मन्दिर
An ancient Shiva temple about 20 km southwest of the city. Its lingam sits in an underground pool, and it draws large numbers of pilgrims on Maha Shivaratri.
Jaleshwar is the district headquarters of Mahottari District, and the town takes its name from this Shiva temple. The lingam enshrined in the temple sits in a pool below ground level and is revered as the 'Lord of the Water.' It is an important Shiva pilgrimage site in the Mithila region and is often combined with Janakpur on pilgrimage routes. The largest crowds of devotees come on Shivaratri and during the month of Shrawan (July–August).
It takes about 40 minutes by car from Janakpur, and you can visit the nearby Rajdevi Temple at the same time.
Opening hours
Approx. 05:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Janakpur Women's Development Center
- Ram Mandir
- Vivah Mandap
- Janaki Mandir
- Dhanush Sagar
- Ganga Sagar
- Janakpur Railway
- Dhanusha Dham