The gate is situated close to the Indo-Nepal border servers as the entry and exit point to India. It is the living image of the great Hindu religion that enshrines the spirits of Hindu religion and philosophy. The gate was inaugurated on 1987 by Shree Shankaracharya Shree 1008 Jayendra Sharswati Swami Maharaj.
Bauddha Chaitya (Vishuwa):
Vishuwa is a stupa-like hillock with five huge statues of Lord Buddha facing the four cardinal directions of the universe. The ancient word vishuwa comes from vichuwa. It means a resting place for vicchu-s or Buddhist monks. the ancient pilgrims broke their journey at this very place in Birgunj between their long pilgrimage to Lumbini in Nepal and Bodh Gaya in India.
Lumbini is the birth place of Lord Buddha, and Bodh Gaya is the hallowed ground where Buddha achieved his bodhi or enlightment. Befittingly, this is also a quite and tranquil park like enclave for the city folks of Birgunj to get away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city. People come here to enjoy a clear view of the city from under the foliage of sprawling evergreen banyan tree.
Maisthan Temple (Gahawamai):
One of the oldest and most popular Durga temple of the city dating back to 150 years. The temple at the heart of the city has regular flow of devotees through the year. Dashain festival marks the importance of the temple when thousands of goats and pigeons are sacrificed to the deity and where there is a long line of worshippers during that period.
Bindabasini Mai:
The goddes Bindabasini is popular amongest amongst the devotees. Situated about 6 Km. from the city, the temple is particularly significant for marriages and religious ceremonies for the people of the city.
Ghadiharwa Pokhari:
Located in the centre of the city. It provides religious as well as recreational facilities. The Surya temple (sun god) in the middle of the pond, and musical fountain on the side, provide an interesting site for the visitors. This venue is popular for walks and relaxation for the locals. Boating by paddle boat is also available here.
Clock Tower (Ghantaghar):
At the centre of the town is the beautiful clock tower standing tall amongest the buildings of Birgunj. It looks as though it is beckoning all the people entering or leaving the town to spend time here.
Swimming Pool and Health Club:
This again is another achievement of the municipality of Birgunj. It is located at Adarshnagar, the center of the city. There are two swimming pools (50 m by 21 m) and (12.5 m by 21 m) along with a well equipped gym and health club. International standard swimming events and competition can be held here. There are also Club facilities provided by City Club, Hotel Vishuwa and Hotel Samjhana, which have Swimming Pools, Gym and other outdoor/indoor activities. The city boasts of a big stadium and another smaller one, where many sports activites such as cricket, football, athletics etc, can be organized and it is a place for mass meetings too.
Birgunj is finally one of the important cities of Nepal having well developed infrastructures. It is the shortest most economical and convenient way to enter in Nepal.
City Hall:
City Hall is built at the centre of the town, with a seating capacity for thousand people. It is popular for holding various programs, functions, seminars and gatherings. This is a fine contribution of the municipality of Birgunj.
Kalaiya (Gadimai):
A town 13 km as from birgunj with a very famous temple of Devi "Gadi Mai" located near it. Gadi Mai, the temple of devi where it is believed that all your wishesw upon worship to the powerful Devi well be fulfilled. In every five years there is a big Mela(Fair) where more than 20 lakhs people from all parts of Nepal and India come to offer prayers and sacrifice. Buffaloes and goats are sacrificed by the people as an offering to the Devi for the fulfillment of their wishes. During the auspicious day of the Mela around 14000 buffaloes and 30,000 male goats are sacrificed on one day. The fair, the sacrifice, the people and their culture is really a unique experience and very exotic.
Kalaiya is also famous for the Simraungadh palace which is one of the old monuments and a historical site.
The gate is situated close to the Indo-Nepal border servers as the entry and exit point to India. It is the living image of the great Hindu religion that enshrines the spirits of Hindu religion and philosophy. The gate was inaugurated on 1987 by Shree Shankaracharya Shree 1008 Jayendra Sharswati Swami Maharaj.
Vishuwa is a stupa-like hillock with five huge statues of Lord Buddha facing the four cardinal directions of the universe. The ancient word vishuwa comes from vichuwa. It means a resting place for vicchu-s or Buddhist monks. the ancient pilgrims broke their journey at this very place in Birgunj between their long pilgrimage to Lumbini in Nepal and Bodh Gaya in India.
One of the oldest and most popular Durga temple of the city dating back to 150 years. The temple at the heart of the city has regular flow of devotees through the year. Dashain festival marks the importance of the temple when thousands of goats and pigeons are sacrificed to the deity and where there is a long line of worshippers during that period.
The goddes Bindabasini is popular amongest amongst the devotees. Situated about 6 Km. from the city, the temple is particularly significant for marriages and religious ceremonies for the people of the city.
Located in the centre of the city. It provides religious as well as recreational facilities. The Surya temple (sun god) in the middle of the pond, and musical fountain on the side, provide an interesting site for the visitors. This venue is popular for walks and relaxation for the locals. Boating by paddle boat is also available here.
At the centre of the town is the beautiful clock tower standing tall amongest the buildings of Birgunj. It looks as though it is beckoning all the people entering or leaving the town to spend time here.
This again is another achievement of the municipality of Birgunj. It is located at Adarshnagar, the center of the city. There are two swimming pools (50 m by 21 m) and (12.5 m by 21 m) along with a well equipped gym and health club. International standard swimming events and competition can be held here. There are also Club facilities provided by City Club, Hotel Vishuwa and Hotel Samjhana, which have Swimming Pools, Gym and other outdoor/indoor activities. The city boasts of a big stadium and another smaller one, where many sports activites such as cricket, football, athletics etc, can be organized and it is a place for mass meetings too.
City Hall is built at the centre of the town, with a seating capacity for thousand people. It is popular for holding various programs, functions, seminars and gatherings. This is a fine contribution of the municipality of Birgunj.