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Kamtaul, Harlakhi block, Madhubani district, Bihar · 26.5749°, 85.8977°
A Shiva temple in the Mithila country of north Bihar, roughly thirteen miles from Janakpur, whose name marks it as the place where wishes are granted. Its main gathering is the annual Sravani Mela.
What follows is the temple’s own traditional account, transmitted through liturgy and local memory. It is recorded here as tradition, not as attested history.
Sita is said to have worshipped Girija Devi for twelve years and then to have been directed to this spot, where prayers are fulfilled.
coordinates: wikipedia-2026-08-28 · sources retrieved 2026-08-26 · dynasty page: Undetermined
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