Janaki Mandir
जानकी मन्दिर
A white marble temple dedicated to the goddess Sita, blending Mughal and Rajput styles, and one of the most magnificent Hindu temples in Nepal.
Janaki Mandir was built around 1910, funded by the Queen of Tikamgarh in India. It is said to stand on the site where Princess Sita was born. Its white marble exterior, with domes and spires, has earned it the name Nau Lakha Temple. The temple enshrines Sita and Rama, and devotees crowd in for morning and evening worship. The lights at night are especially beautiful. The main hall is free to enter, while the small museum inside requires a separate ticket. Remove your shoes before entering, and observe the no-photography areas inside.
Opening hours
Approx. 05:00–21:00 (may close at midday)
Nearby sights
- Vivah Mandap
- Ram Mandir
- Dhanush Sagar
- Ganga Sagar
- Janakpur Railway
- Janakpur Women's Development Center
- Jaleshwar Mahadev Temple
- Dhanusha Dham