The quaint features of the inlaid mythology of Rameshwaram have lured a large number of tourists from all corners of the world to the city. Hindu mythology is well seeded in the city of Rameshwaram. Most of the events that feature in the fifth canto of the epic, Ramayana were enacted in the region of the present city of Rameshwaram.
Sundara Kaandam or the fifth canto of the epic Ramayana begins with the 'Vanar' minister, Hanuman taking a great leap across the ocean to reach the kingdom of Lanka. Prior to this the cantos tells the story of the four princes of Ayodhya. The eldest son of Dashratha, Rama accepted a 14 year long exile on the request of his father. His brother, Lakshmana, and his wife, Sita, accompanied him in his journey through the forests of the region.
On his return, Rama offers prayer to the Gods to absolve his sin of killing Ravana, the great grandson of Brahma. The Ramalinga stands in the region where the prince worshiped Lord Shiva. Rama created a fountain of pure water and took a bath in it to purify himself. This is present as the Kodi Theertha in Rameshwaram by the temple. Most of the other Theerthas or purifying baths in Rameshwaram have emerged by the holy touch of the feet of Lord Rama.
Last Updated on : 17/06/2013