Mithila Madhya Parikrama
Mithila Madhya Parikrama (मिथिला मध्य परिक्रमा) is an annual periodic journey of the central part of the ancient Mithila in Nepal and Bihar (India). It is held every year between the months of Kartik (October–November), Falgun (February–March) and Baishakh (April–May). But nowadays only Falgun (February–March) journey is famous. It is a circular journey of the central part of the Ancient Mithila. It covers a distance of 128 km circular path. It is mentioned in the epic Mithila Mahatmya which was composed in the 18th century. It is also called as the Mahakumbha of Mithila. Similarly it is also considered as the symbol of Nepal-India mutual goodwill.
| Mithila Madhya Parikrama | |
|---|---|
| Official name | Mithila Madhya Parikrama |
| Also called | मिथिला मध्य परिक्रमा |
| Observed by | Hinduism |
| Type | Cultural |
| Significance | Parikrama of sedans of Mithila Bihari(Lord Rama) and Janaki Kishoriji(Goddess Sita) |
| Celebrations | Spiritual journey of the central part of Mithila |
| Begins | Falgun Amavasya |
| Ends | Holi |
| Date | 27 February 2025 - 14 March 2025 |
| Frequency | Annual |