Sarlahi
Lush wetlands, temples and the spirit of the Terai plains
Sarlahi is a Terai district in Madhesh Province known for its wetlands and the riverside temple town of Haripur on the Bagmati River.
Malangwa, the district's administrative capital, anchors a landscape of farmland and seasonal wetlands typical of central Madhesh.
The district's lush, low-lying terrain supports both agriculture and a network of smaller pilgrimage sites along its rivers.
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People & Culture
Sarlahi is home to Maithili and Bhojpuri-speaking communities, with Haripur's riverside temples drawing local pilgrims along the Bagmati. Malangwa's role as administrative capital has made it the district's main trading centre, while its surrounding villages continue traditional Terai farming practices.
Activities
Things to Do
Visit Haripur, a sacred town on the banks of the Bagmati
Explore Malangwa, Sarlahi's administrative capital
See the wetlands and farmland typical of central Madhesh
Visit Chaturbhuj Eshwara Temple, one of Sarlahi district's principal Hindu temples
Travel Information
Best Time to Visit
October, November, February, March
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