Rameswaram Tour

Often known as the ?Varanasi of South?, Rameswaram is one of the most scared Hindu pilgrimages and home to one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. But even if you are not religiously inclined, Rameswaram is sure to charm you with its picturesque beaches, fascinating underwater world, impressive temples and a captivating bird sanctuary. This tiny fishing town with its spiritual tranquility is your answer to the call of Nirvana!

Major Attractions of Rameswaram

Ramanathaswamy Temple
This Dravidian styled 12th century temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is an architectural marvel housing long pillared passageways with intricately carved colonnades. It is believed that the Shiva Lingam in its sanctum was built by Goddess Sita with sand and was established & worshipped by Lord Rama.

Adam?s Bridge or Ram Setu
This 48m long bridge has its roots in the famous Hindu epic, The Ramayana, where it is described as the bridge built by Lord Rama?s monkey army to march to Sri Lanka. A chain of limestone shoals, placed precariously between the Rameshwaram and the Sri Lankan coast, Ram Setu is the link between mythology and the present reality.

Dhanushkodi Beach and Temple
This little ghost-town of Dhanushkodi, less than 20kms from Rameshwaram, is home to the gorgeous Dhanushkodi beach. Pristine white sands,. endless blue ocean, and a sense of tranquility permeates the beautiful beach of Dhanuskodi. The old Dhanushkodi Temple, now partially destructed by cyclones, is a holy temple dedicated to Lord Rama.

Agniteertham
A dip in the holy waters of Agniteertham is believed to absolve you of all your sins. According to Indian mythology, Lord Rama bathed in the waters of Agniteertham after killing demon Ravana who had abducted Goddess Sita.

Water Bird Sanctuary
The many tanks and water bodies in Rameswaram are home to a number of native and migratory birds from as far as Europe and Australia. The Arichamunai Bird Sanctuary at Dhanushkodi is a bird watcher?s paradise.

Other Attractions

• Ariyaman Beach
• Jada Tirtham- A sacred water tank
• Kothandaramaswamy Temple- Dedicated to Lord Rama
• Pamban Bridge- A cantilever bridge connecting Rameswaram to the mainland

Fairs and Festivals in Rameswaram

• Mahshivaratri- Celebrating the wedlock of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati
• Dussehra- Celebrating the victory of Lord Rama over demon Ravana
• Thirukalyanam- commemorate the marriage of Lord Ramanatha and Goddess Parvatavardhini
• RamaLinga Pratishtha- Celebration of installation of Ramanathaswamy Shiv Lingam
• Arudhra Darshanam- The ?unveiling? of Nataraj or Lord Shiva who is covered in sandalwood paste for the rest of the year

Best Time to Visit
Rameswaram is a Hindu pilgrimage and is visited round the year. However, the winter months from October to March are considered best for travel to this tropical temple town of Tamil Nadu.

How to Reach
By Air- Madurai Airport, around 177kms from Rameswaram, connects this temple town to the major Indian cities.
By Rail- Rameswaram Railway Station is connected to the major cities in the country by a network of direct and express trains.
By Road- A well-developed network of roads & highways connects Rameswaram to the other cities in the region.

Our Tour Packages to Rameswaram take you on a quest for tranquility and nirvana. A beautiful lesson in mythology, Rameswaram?s mystical vibe is sure to infuse you with peace and spirituality.