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 nameMithila Madhya Parikrama
Also calledमिथिला मध्य परिक्रमा
Observed byHinduism
TypeCultural
SignificanceParikrama of sedans of Mithila Bihari(Lord Rama) and Janaki Kishoriji(Goddess Sita)
CelebrationsSpiritual journey of the central part of Mithila
BeginsFalgun Amavasya
EndsHoli
Date27 February 2025 - 14 March 2025
FrequencyAnnual