Jhakrithan

Jhakrithan is a religious site located near Khalanga, the headquarters of Pyuthan Municipality. The temple is reached by a stairway. Animals such as chickens, pigeons and goats are sacrificed there in the belief that the sacrificed animal will make the god listen to the prayer. Many people visit Jhakrithan due to the belief that the wishes made there are always answered. The temple lies away from Khalanga village. A small river flows beside the temple. Jhakrithan temple is surrounded by a small forest, and it is believed that the god Jhakrithan lives there.