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Bihar

Sita Kund

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January

3.9 - 28.4 °C

February

7.0 - 31.7 °C

March

11.2 - 38.0 °C

April

17.3 - 42.6 °C

May

20.9 - 45.1 °C

June

23.1 - 43.7 °C

July

23.4 - 37.5 °C

August

23.4 - 35.9 °C

September

22.2 - 35.3 °C

October

15.4 - 34.5 °C

November

9.7 - 31.8 °C

December

5.9 - 28.8 °C


Major Airports :

Bodh Gaya Airport (GAY), Gaya

Nearest Railway Station :

Gaya Junction Railway Station (GAYA)

Major Airports :

Bodh Gaya Airport (GAY), Gaya

Home to Sita’s legends

Tucked away in the heart of Gaya, a city steeped in mythology and spirituality, lies a revered sacred site – the Sita Kund. The kund is located on the sacred banks of the river Phalgu, opposite the revered Vishnupad Temple. More than just a water body, it's a site that is associated with different tales and legends related to Mother Sita, the divine consort of Lord Rama.

As you approach the kund, you can't help but feel a sense of reverence and tranquillity wash over you. The crystal-clear waters seem to mirror the unwavering faith and devotion that have drawn pilgrims to this spot for ages. It's a place where the lines between myth and reality blur, inviting you to witness the testament to the timeless narrative that has shaped the spiritual fabric of India.

A pond of stories

The hallowed waters of Sita Kund hold within their depths a tapestry of legends woven into Hindu mythology. According to the timeless lore that echoes through these hallowed grounds, it was upon this very spot that Mother Sita, the embodiment of devotion, offered the sacred Pind Daan (a Hindu ritual practised for the departed souls of one’s ancestors) in reverence to her noble father-in-law, Maharaj Dashrath. Whispers of another tale speak of Mother Sita's journey into exile with Lord Rama and his brother Lakshmana. It was here, within the embrace of the kund's waters, that the virtuous consort of Lord Rama immersed herself in a purification ritual. A humble temple stands silently as a witness to these divine narratives, a constant reminder of the profound reverence that has permeated the air of Sita Kund since time immemorial.


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Opening time - 06:00 AM

Closing time - 07:00 PM

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Beyond the sacred ground of Sita Kund, a wealth of spiritual treasures adorn the environs of Gaya. Just a short stroll away stands the ancient Vishnupad Temple, where the divine footprints of Lord Vishnu himself are enshrined upon a celestial rock, beckoning devotees to partake in the holy rituals and age-old traditions. Then, you can head to the hallowed Brahma Kund, believed to possess the power to absolve sins and offer a chance for spiritual purification and renewal. For those seeking solace amidst nature's embrace, the verdant slopes of the nearby Ramshila Hill beckon, inviting you to lose yourself in the tranquil melodies of birdsong and rustling leaves as you embark on a journey of self-discovery. And for the intrepid explorer, the ancient Buddhist monasteries of Nalanda and Rajgir stand as architectural marvels, inviting you to delve into the annals of history and seek the wisdom of ages past.

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