Tag Archives: Mithila
Mithila Janaki Temple Religious Tour
Janapur has Christianized after the legendry king Janak. Janakpur has supposed to be the capital of the ancient Indian kingdom Mithila. The country of goddess sita, wife of Hindu god Ram supposed to be the great hero of Hindu epic … Continue reading
Mithila Painting or Madhubani Painting
It is an impressive work of art practised in’the interiors of Mithila region in Bihar. The exquisite play of colours betrays the rural women’s arduous craftsmanship which offers a vibrant aroma of the folk life. Not surprisingly, the paintings are … Continue reading
Maithili Language
Maithili is a language of Indo-Aryan origin. It was spoken in the ancient land of Mithila and so it has incurred the name Maithili. Tirhutia is another name for the region so Maithili is also known as Tirhutia. The people … Continue reading
Mithila art in Kathmandu
By: KANCHAN G BURATHOKI As we walk past Tik’e Jhya: Tattoo in Jhochhen of Kathmandu, Dr Ram Dayal Rakesh pauses and says, “Tattoos…tattoos are also a part of the Mithila culture. In fact, tattoos moved to the West from the … Continue reading
Ancient Gods and Modern Politics: Mithila Painting
held at: April 11, 2009 – September 13, 2009 Rich in color and infused with stories both ancient and new, Mithila paintings from the central state of Bihar in India arrive in Los Angeles this spring. From ancient Hindu deities … Continue reading