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The Rameshwaram

Rameshwaram is an island- of Lord Rama's temple at Tamil Nadu is a terrific destination. It is the place from where Lord Rama, built a bridge across the sea to rescue his consort Sita from her abductor, Ravana. This is also the place where Rama worshipped Lord Shiva to cleanse away the sin of killing Ravana. , it is a major pilgrimage center for both Shaivites and Vaishnavaites as Lord Rama ( an incarnation of Vishnu in the Indian epic the Ramayana ). Rameswaram, also known as the Varanasi of the south. Which was built in the 17th century and is situated close to the sea on the eastern side of the island; this temple is famous for its 1200 gigantic granite columns.
Rameshwaram is popularly referred as the 'Benaras of the south'. In order to attain Moksha it is believed that a visit to Rameshwaram is mandatory.
Rameshwaram is significant for the Hindus as a pilgrimage to Kashi is not considered complete without a pilgrimage to Rameshwaram. A very important pilgrim centre of the Indians.
Tourist Attractions : The Ramanatha Swamy temple, Ramjharokha temple, Gandamadana Parvatham, Kothandaramswamy temple, Dhanushkodi bath, Teerthas, Sri Anjaneya temple.
Climate : Summer : Max. 37°C Min. 30°C Winter: Max. 30°C Min. 25°C
Season : Throughout the year. But preferably October to March.
Getting there
Air : The nearest airport is Madurai, 167 kms away.
Rail : Rameswaram has rail connections with all major cities of Indaia like Chennai, Madurai, Coimbatore, Trichy and Tanjavur.
Bus : Connected with all the important towns of Tamil Nadu, buses and taxis ply regularly. The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation also operates buses to Rameswaram.
Other Packages :
Royal Park inn
Destination : About Rameshwaram
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