Rameswaram(TamilNadu)
Rameswaram is located on a beautiful island in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is separated from Sri Lanka by the Pamban Canal. According to Hindu mythology, this is where Lord Rama created a bridge across the ocean to Sri Lanka.
Rameswaram has the first bridge connecting Mandapam town and Pamban island to Rameswaram. The abandoned village of Dhanushkodi is also on Pamban Island, which was a bustling town until it was destroyed by a typhoon in 1964.
Famous for its beautiful prakaras with huge carved pillars on each side, the Ramanathaswamy temple has the longest corridor in the world. Agniteertham is famous for its holy waters and pilgrims perform poojas to honor their ancestors along this sea. The five-sided Hanuman temple consists of floating stones that were used to build the bridge between India and Sri Lanka.
History of Rameswaram
The history of Rameshwaram shows that many dynasties ruled the city in different centuries. In the 15th century, it was under the rule of the Pandya kings, then the Nayaks of the Vijaynagar empire ruled this place until the 17th century. Rameshwaram gained fame during the reign of the Sethupatis who were the first rulers and lovers of art and architecture.
They contributed a lot of money for the development and running of the Rameshwaram temple. According to Hindu mythology, it is said that when Lord Rama and his wife returned from Sri Lanka, Sita decided to pray to Lord Shiva to remove the sin of killing Ravana, the grandson of Brahma.
So Rama asked Hanuman to go to Mound Kailash and bring the lingam. But he could not arrive in time so Sita made a sand lingam and performed puja in time and this is known as Ramalinga. When Hanuman found the linga, Rama placed it next to Ramalinga and named it Vishwalinga.
Rameshwaram Darshan – Best tourist places to visit in Rameshwaram
Ramanathaswamy Temple
Among the famous attractions in Rameshwaram, Ramanathaswamy Temple is a famous Hindu temple with beautiful architecture that has a view to die for. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the holiest temple covers an area of 15 acres and has the longest road with beautiful pillars, walls and gopurams, attracting pilgrims from all over the world. Well known for its religious significance, the Ramanathaswamy Temple, also known as the Rameshwaram Temple, is often visited by people who regret their lives. The sanctity of the temple makes you feel good from within, while the calm atmosphere calms your mind while visiting Rameshwaram. He follows a daily routine for daily pooja and also celebrates Maha Shivratri with enthusiasm.
There is no entry fee for the Ramanathaswamy Temple in Rameshwaram. Tourists can visit the temple from 5:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 3:00 am to 9:00 am every day. For the camera, you can pay INR 25 to capture the beauty of this temple.
Agnitheertham
Agnitheertham is a short distance from the Ramanathaswamy temple, which is another famous place that welcomes many visitors every other day. It is a wonderful place to pray to the Almighty and remove sins by immersing your body in the water. The water is considered so holy that bathing in it gives you forgiveness for any crime you have committed in your past and present life.
According to some beliefs, Lord Rama and his beloved brother Lakshmana, after killing the demon Ravana, came here to pray to Lord Shiva. Before worshiping, they chose to wash their diseases with holy water. Since then, Agnitheertham has become an attraction for anyone who wants to atone for their misdeeds in Rameshwaram. Unlike the sea or ocean, the water is very sweet here, that is; There are no waves in the water.
There is no entrance fee to visit Agnitheertham and Rameshwaram. It welcomes people from 5:00 am to 6:00 pm every day and the recommended inspection time is 2-3 hours.
Abdul Kalam House
Make sure you visit Abdul Kalam’s house whenever you are in Rameshwaram for 1 day, 2 days or 3 days. The residence of the first President of India, Abdul Kalam House offers an unforgettable experience in one’s life. It is the birthplace of Mr. Abdul Kalam, is an inspiration to everyone in the world. Managed by his elder brother, Abdul Kalam House became a museum in 2011. Here you can see the life of Abdul Kalam and his achievements through many photos, diplomas, awards and certificates of appreciation. On the second floor there is also an art gallery, and on the ground floor, there is a shopping mall to buy pearl products and other things at reasonable prices.
Entrance fee to visit Abdul Kalam House in Rameshwaram is INR 5 per person. It welcomes its guests from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm every day of the week except Saturday and Sunday.
Water bird sanctuary
Get ready to make the most of your family time at the waterfowl sanctuary. Situated on the Dhanushkodi road, the Water Bird Sanctuary, surrounded by lush greenery and vegetation, is home to a wide variety of bird species and is home to many indigenous and non-native bird species. – move.
A paradise for bird watchers, this sanctuary is truly a great place for those who want to embrace nature while dancing to the sound of birds singing. Here, people come to study the behavior of rare species of seabirds that create a quiet place that is hard to ignore. There is no entrance fee to visit Rameshwaram Waterfowl Sanctuary. It welcomes its guests from 7 am to 6 pm every day of the week.
