Place
Mithila: FAQ & Sources
मिथिलाMithila is King Janaka's kingdom and Sita's home. Here Rama breaks Shiva's bow, and the four sons of Dasharatha marry the four princesses of Mithila.
RegionJanakpur, Nepal
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mithila?
Its capital is traditionally Janakpur in Nepal.
What happened in Mithila?
Rama broke Shiva's bow and married Sita.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana
- Traditional identification
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