Om Mangalam · Shakti Peeth · #35

Mithila Shaktipeeth (Janakpur / Uchaith)

Goddess Sati's left shoulder fell in the historic region of Mithila. Associated with the birthplace of Goddess Sita, this peeth is celebrated for nurturing classical Mithila art, literature, and deep devotional cultur...

Janakpur / Madhubani Border, Madhesh Province / Bihar Vama Skandha (Left Shoulder of Goddess Sati) Mahodar Bhairava

Invoke the presence of the Divine Mother before you begin this guide.

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Theological significance

Goddess Sati's left shoulder fell in the historic region of Mithila. Associated with the birthplace of Goddess Sita, this peeth is celebrated for nurturing classical Mithila art, literature, and deep devotional culture under the patronage of Goddess Uma.

Approach this peeth with quiet breath and an open heart. Darshan is not only seeing— it is allowing the Mother to see you.

02

Deity & sacred presence

Primary deity Maa Uma Devi

Guarded in the tradition by Mahodar Bhairava.

Sacred element: Anahata Tattwa (Devotional Purity, Grace & Marital Harmony)

03

Spiritual practice & sadhana

Mithila Uma Grace Meditation

  1. Sit comfortably within the quiet temple courtyard.
  2. Visualize Goddess Uma bestowing grace and strength from her left shoulder.
  3. Concentrate on the heart center, cultivating inner humility, patience, and devotional love.

Devotional activities

Madhubani Art Offering

Offering sacred handmade Madhubani paintings depicting Shiva-Parvati to the temple.

04

Pilgrimage logistics

Primary festival Vivaha Panchami & Sharad Navratri

By air

Darbhanga Airport (DBR) (~60 km) or Janakpur Airport (JKR) (~15 km)

By train

Janakpurdham Railway Station or Madhubani Station (~30 km)

By road

Well-connected by cross-border local buses, auto-rickshaws, and private cars

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On the map

Janakpur / Madhubani Border · Mithilanchal Plains

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Continue the yatra

May every step carry the Mother’s blessing. Visit the next peeth, or return to the map.