Rameswaram is one of the holy cities in India. It is part of the Char Dham pilgrimage for Hindus.
It is said that this is the place from where the Hindu god Rama built a bridge across the sea to Lanka to rescue his wife Sita from her abductor Ravana.
Some of the popular places of Rameshwaram are:
• The great Ramanathaswamy Temple which is one of the Char Dhams in India
• Agni Theertham - which is one of the 64 sacred baths in Rameswaram
• Ramjharoka temple - where you can find the imprint of Lord Rama’s feet
• Dhanushkodi and Rama Setu
Rameswaram is the closest point from which to reach Sri Lanka from India, and geological evidence suggests that the Rama Sethu was a former land connection between India and Sri Lanka.
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Ramanathaswamy Temple
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Ramanathaswamy Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to the Lord Shiva. The temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines, where Shiva is worshipped in the form of a Jyotirlinga meaning "pillar of light".
The temple has the longest corridor among all Hindu temples in India. The breadth of these columned corridors varies from 17 to 21 feet with a height of 25 feet.
Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple is famous for its collection of Lingas, which were made up of sand, salt, stone and other elements.
Ramanathaswamy Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to the Lord Shiva. The temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines, where Shiva is worshipped in the form of a Jyotirlinga meaning "pillar of light".
The temple has the longest corridor among all Hindu temples in India. The breadth of these columned corridors varies from 17 to 21 feet with a height of 25 feet.
Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple is famous for its collection of Lingas, which were made up of sand, salt, stone and other elements.
Tirthas (Theerthams)
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There are sixty-four Tirthas or Theerthams (holy water bodies) in and around Rameswaram. Bathing in these tanks is a major aspect of the pilgrimage to Rameswaram and is considered equivalent to penance. 24 of the tanks are within the Ramanathaswamy Temple.
There are sixty-four Tirthas or Theerthams (holy water bodies) in and around Rameswaram. Bathing in these tanks is a major aspect of the pilgrimage to Rameswaram and is considered equivalent to penance. 24 of the tanks are within the Ramanathaswamy Temple.
Agni Theertham
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Agni Theertham is one of the 64 sacred baths in Rameswaram. It is believed that, by taking bath in this water ones sins will be vanished. It is also believed that mixing the ashes of the dead person in this waters will brings peace to the soul of the deceased.
Agni Theertham is one of the 64 sacred baths in Rameswaram. It is believed that, by taking bath in this water ones sins will be vanished. It is also believed that mixing the ashes of the dead person in this waters will brings peace to the soul of the deceased.
Jadayu Theertham
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Jadayu Theertham is a popular theerthams in Rameswaram; and is famous for the legendary story associated with it. It is believed that Jadayu (king of birds) fell at this temple site while fighting against Ravana to save Goddess Sita. Later, a temple was constructed at the place where he fell and died.
Jadayu Theertham is a popular theerthams in Rameswaram; and is famous for the legendary story associated with it. It is believed that Jadayu (king of birds) fell at this temple site while fighting against Ravana to save Goddess Sita. Later, a temple was constructed at the place where he fell and died.
Jada Theertham
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Jada Tirtham is another famous theertham with an interesting story associated with it. It is believed that after killing the demon king Ravana, Lord Rama came to this place to install a Shiva Linga. But before doing so, he washed his hair (jada) to purify himself. This sacred water tank, surrounded by trees attracts lot of devotees.
Jada Tirtham is another famous theertham with an interesting story associated with it. It is believed that after killing the demon king Ravana, Lord Rama came to this place to install a Shiva Linga. But before doing so, he washed his hair (jada) to purify himself. This sacred water tank, surrounded by trees attracts lot of devotees.
Villoondi Theertham
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Villoondi Theertham is yet another popular theertham. 'Villoondi' means 'buried bow' in local language. It is believed that Lord Rama dipped his bow into the seawater to quench Goddess Sita's thirst. For this reason, the place came to be known as Villoondi Theertham.
Villoondi Theertham is yet another popular theertham. 'Villoondi' means 'buried bow' in local language. It is believed that Lord Rama dipped his bow into the seawater to quench Goddess Sita's thirst. For this reason, the place came to be known as Villoondi Theertham.
Gandhamathana Parvatham / Ramjharoka temple
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Gandhamathan Parvatham, a hillock situated 3 km from Ramanathaswamy temple. It is the highest point in the Rameswaram. There is a two storeyed hall, where Lord Rama’s feet is found as an imprint on a chakra (wheel). The famous Ramarpatham Temple is located on the hillock.
Gandhamathan Parvatham, a hillock situated 3 km from Ramanathaswamy temple. It is the highest point in the Rameswaram. There is a two storeyed hall, where Lord Rama’s feet is found as an imprint on a chakra (wheel). The famous Ramarpatham Temple is located on the hillock.
Panchamukhi Hanuman Temple (Five faced Hanuman Temple)
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This temple is famous for five faced idol, which is carved out of a large Senthooram Stone. The Hanuman Temple is said to house stones used to build the Rama Setu and also has ancient idols of Lord Ram, Sita and Lakshamana. The temple is situated 2 km from Rameshwaram Temple. Legend has it that this is the place where Lord Hanuman revealed His five-faced avatar. The 5 faces are representative of five gods, namely Hanuman, Narasimha, Adivaraha, Hayagriva and Garuda.
This temple is famous for five faced idol, which is carved out of a large Senthooram Stone. The Hanuman Temple is said to house stones used to build the Rama Setu and also has ancient idols of Lord Ram, Sita and Lakshamana. The temple is situated 2 km from Rameshwaram Temple. Legend has it that this is the place where Lord Hanuman revealed His five-faced avatar. The 5 faces are representative of five gods, namely Hanuman, Narasimha, Adivaraha, Hayagriva and Garuda.
Satchi Hanuman Temple
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Satchi Hanuman Temple is located at a distance of 3 km from the Ramanathaswamy Temple. According to legends, this is the place where Lord Hanuman informed Lord Rama about the whereabouts of Goddess Sita.
Satchi Hanuman Temple is located at a distance of 3 km from the Ramanathaswamy Temple. According to legends, this is the place where Lord Hanuman informed Lord Rama about the whereabouts of Goddess Sita.
Dhanushkodi
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Dhanushkodi is an abandoned town at the south-eastern tip of Pamban Island. It is bordered by the Bay of Bengal on one side and the Indian Ocean on the other side.
This beach town was densely populated before the devastation caused by storm of 1964. The town was later abandoned leaving very little population of fishermen; hence it is called as ‘Ghost Town’.
Dhanushkodi is an abandoned town at the south-eastern tip of Pamban Island. It is bordered by the Bay of Bengal on one side and the Indian Ocean on the other side.
This beach town was densely populated before the devastation caused by storm of 1964. The town was later abandoned leaving very little population of fishermen; hence it is called as ‘Ghost Town’.
Rama Setu / Adam’s bridge
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Rama Setu is a historic bridge connecting the Rameshwaram island of India to the north-western coast of Sri Lanka. The boulders around the sea between Srilanka and Dhanushkodi is believed to be built by Vanara sena of Rama.
Rama Setu is a historic bridge connecting the Rameshwaram island of India to the north-western coast of Sri Lanka. The boulders around the sea between Srilanka and Dhanushkodi is believed to be built by Vanara sena of Rama.
Kothandaramaswamy temple
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Kothandaramaswamy temple is situated in Dhanushkodi along the shallow beaches. This temple holds the deities of Rama, Lakshman, Sita & Hanuman. It is believed to be the residing spot of Vibhishana, the younger brother of Ravana. The walls of the temple have beautiful paintings inscribed on them, depicting the story of Ramayana.
Kothandaramaswamy temple is situated in Dhanushkodi along the shallow beaches. This temple holds the deities of Rama, Lakshman, Sita & Hanuman. It is believed to be the residing spot of Vibhishana, the younger brother of Ravana. The walls of the temple have beautiful paintings inscribed on them, depicting the story of Ramayana.
Pamban Bridge / Annai Indira Gandhi Road Bridge
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The famous Pamban Bridge or Annai Indira Gandhi Road Bridge is a cantilever bridge on Palk Strait that boasts of being the first sea bridge of India and connects Rameshwaram Island with the Indian mainland. This fascinating 2.2 km long bridge contains 143 pillars, each of which is 220 feet long and weighs 100 tonnes. This bascule bridge raises itself, when ships need to pass from under it.
The famous Pamban Bridge or Annai Indira Gandhi Road Bridge is a cantilever bridge on Palk Strait that boasts of being the first sea bridge of India and connects Rameshwaram Island with the Indian mainland. This fascinating 2.2 km long bridge contains 143 pillars, each of which is 220 feet long and weighs 100 tonnes. This bascule bridge raises itself, when ships need to pass from under it.
Ariyaman Beach
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The Ariyaman Beach or the Kushi Beach, is a clean beach in Rameshwaram. It is a much sought after tourist spot because the waters here are calm and the waves gentle. Water Scooters and Wind surfing are some adventurous water sports facilities available here, apart from the regular Aquarium and Museum.
Dotted with tall casuarina trees, the beach has a children's park and a watchtower also.
The Ariyaman Beach or the Kushi Beach, is a clean beach in Rameshwaram. It is a much sought after tourist spot because the waters here are calm and the waves gentle. Water Scooters and Wind surfing are some adventurous water sports facilities available here, apart from the regular Aquarium and Museum.
Dotted with tall casuarina trees, the beach has a children's park and a watchtower also.
Water Bird Sanctuary
Entry Fees :₹ 25 Time To Visit :7.00 AM - 6.00 PM
Water Bird Sanctuary is home to a lot of native as well as migratory water birds. The best time to visit this sanctuary is between October to January, when the place will be filled with lot migratory birds.
Water Bird Sanctuary is home to a lot of native as well as migratory water birds. The best time to visit this sanctuary is between October to January, when the place will be filled with lot migratory birds.
Sea World Aquarium
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Sea World Aquarium is home to a vast variety of sea creatures like octopus, snake fish, lion fish, rabbit fish, parrot fish, sea lizard, clown fish, crab, lobster, prawn, beach tamet, shark and many more. It is situated in the city centre.
Sea World Aquarium is home to a vast variety of sea creatures like octopus, snake fish, lion fish, rabbit fish, parrot fish, sea lizard, clown fish, crab, lobster, prawn, beach tamet, shark and many more. It is situated in the city centre.
Kalam House
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Former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam House was born and brought up in the town of Rameswaram. At present, his residence has been converted into a museum that stocks his childhood memoirs. This is an interesting place to witness the glimpse of an extraordinary man's ordinary life.
Former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam House was born and brought up in the town of Rameswaram. At present, his residence has been converted into a museum that stocks his childhood memoirs. This is an interesting place to witness the glimpse of an extraordinary man's ordinary life.
By Air
Nearest airport is Madurai Airport which is at a distance of 150 kms.
By Train
Rameshwaram (RMM) railway station has good rail connectivity with other major cities of India.
By Road
Rameshwaram has good road connectivity and has regular buses from neighbouring cities.
