Pilgrim Guide
Best Time to Visit
Expect large crowds during Makar Sankranti, Kartik Purnima, and Kumbh Mela; other times offer a quieter experience.
Dress Code & Etiquette
Wear modest, respectful clothing within temple premises; remove footwear before entering.
Basic Facilities
Toilets, drinking water, and rest areas are available within the dham premises.
Health & Safety
First-aid camps operate during peak crowd periods; seek help from volunteers or administration if needed.
Transportation
Easily reachable by road from major towns in Sunsari district. See the Route Map page for more.
Puja Materials
Puja materials are available at local shops; priest services can also be arranged on site.
Accommodation & Food (Dharamshalas)
Dharamshalas & Ashrams
Within the Chatara Dham premises, sites such as Shankaracharya Math, Ramanandacharya Sevapeeth, and Gita Brahmachintan Yogashram offer free or nominal-fee lodging for pilgrims. During major events like the Kumbh Mela, temporary camps and community dharamshalas are also set up.
Hotels & Restaurants
Hotels, lodges, and restaurants are available around Koshi Pul, Bhedetar, and nearby market areas, offering local cuisine and standard meals. Day trips are also easily possible from Dharan and Itahari.
Major Festivals
Kumbh Mela / Ardha Kumbh Mela
A Maha Kumbh Mela is held every 12 years and an Ardha Kumbh Mela every 6 years, drawing millions of devotees.
Kartik Purnima Mela
A grand religious fair is held at the Koka-Kaushiki confluence and Saptakaushiki Aarati site.
Makar Sankranti
Hundreds of thousands of devotees from Nepal and India arrive for the sacred bath.
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Yatra Registration Slip
Pre-register your visit for free to help with crowd management during melas →