Rameswaram

Rameswaram, the holy land of lord Rama, is at the end of the southeast corner of Indian Peninsula. Possessing one of the famous temples of ancient India, Rameswaram owes its origin to the oldest of civilizations. Today the place is a popular pilgrimage site of South India. Occupying an area of around 61.8 sq km, Rameswaram is believed to be the salvation ground of king Rama during his post-victory period over the demon Ravavna.

Transformed into a major tourist spot, the place stands tall with its world famous Ramanatha Swamy Temple. Erected during the reign of 12th century warriors, the Temple is an outstanding architectural evidence of the famed Dravidian era. With the magnificent and unique corridors that are adorned by brilliantly sculpted pillars, the Temple has twenty two wells each of which is known to have medicinal qualities in its water reserve.

Among the other appeals of Rameswaram, Dhanushkodi claims a special mention for its sacred temple of Kothandarmaswamy that is enshrined with the statues of Lord Rama, Sita, Hanumana, Lakshmana and Bivishana.

Adam’s Bridge is yet another fascinating feature of Rameswaram that presents a panoramic view of the natural sheet of islets, reefs and sand-dunes which together stretches till the borders of Sri Lanka. While Kurusudai Island is a perfect place for excursion, the Gandhamadana Parvatam is known to have the footprints of Lord Rama.

A prominent touristy place of South India, Rameswaram is well-connected to all other prime cities of the country. Being at a distance of 173 km from the Madurai airport, the place has a developed infrastructure of roads and railway tracks that joins it with all the big cities of the south.

Shining with eternal bliss and tranquility, the tiny island of Rameswaram sits pretty on the tourism landscape of India in general and south India in particular.

Last Updated on 1/17/2011