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Ramchaura Mandir, Hajipur, Bihar
The Ramchaura Mandir is a Hindu Temple in the city of Hajipur, Bihar, India. Dedicated to Lord Rama, it is located at Rambhadra near Helabazar, Hajipur. As per local folklore, it is said to have been in existence since Ramayana period and Lord Shri Ram is believed to have visited this place on his way to Janakpur, where his footprints are worshiped. The Ramchaura Mandir has tradition of celebrating Rama Navami, the birth anniversary of Rama, every year. A small fair is also organized on the eve of Rama Navami.
Ramchaura Mandir, Hajipur, Bihar
Lord Shri Ram Chandra, the legendary king of Ayodhya during his learning period had arrived here and had got his Mundan (first head-shaving ceremony) done. The temple hence was made on his footprints and this place has great religious value for the Hindu populace. This footprint is at the altitude of 45 metres from the ground. Bael (Aegle marmelos) is taken as prasad on the eve of Rama Navami. “Bari Sangat” and “Chhoti Sangat” is also situated near this pious place. During ancient period many Saints, Mahatmas, and Yogi used to visit these “Sangat” and offered prayer.
The important celebrations on this day take place at Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh), Bhadrachalam (Andhra Pradesh) and Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu), thronged by thousands of devotees. Rathayatras, the chariot processions, also known as Shobha yatra of Rama, Sita, Lakshmana and Hanuman, are taken out at several places.
The presiding deity of the temple is ‘Lord Rama’. Rama Navami is celebrated with full zeal and enthusiasm. It is a Hindu festival, celebrating the birth of Lord Rama to King Dasharatha and Queen Kausalya of Ayodhya. Ram is the 7th incarnation of the Dashavatara of Vishnu. The Sree Rama Navami festival falls in the Shukla Paksha on the Navami, the ninth day of the month of Chaitra in the Hindu calendar. Thus, it is also known as Chaitra Masa Suklapaksha Navami and marks the end of the nine-day Chaitra-Navratri celebrations.
By Road
There are various ways to reach the temple and yes most visitors approach the temple as they reach masjid chowk or so-called Mahavir chowk. Rambhadra and Helabazar, Hajipur is located near the temple.
By Rail
The nearest railhead is the Hajipur Junction at a distance of 4 km from the temple.
By Air
The nearest airport is the Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport at a distance of 24 km from the temple.
