Rameswaram is a divine town in Tamil Nadu popular for not just the array of exquisite temples but also celestial beaches. It is a revered place for being among the Char Dham yatra. Among the places of worship to visit in this sacred city is Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple, one of the 12 jyotirlingas. Even though this temple is a major landmark, other prominent tourist spots in Rameswaram are also worth visiting. So today, we bring you a checklist of places to add to your itinerary list.
Major tourist spots in Rameswaram you must not miss exploring
When planning a Rameswaram tour, then it’s not just about temples to confine to, but other remarkable attractions that bind interest. These are:
Pamban Bridge
Pamban Bridge, one of the prominent tourist spots in Rameswaram, is erected on 143 pillars, each weighing 100 tons. It is the first lone railway line constructed over the enormous sea. The bridge also features a double-leaf bascule section lifted when ships pass. It looks amazing when a speeding train passes through this two km-long bridge.
Sea World Aquarium
Visiting temples in Rameswaram with elders might seem peaceful, but the same is not the case with the kids, as they may not show similar interest. Hence, to lighten up their mood, Sea World Aquarium is the best place you can take them to. They will see different aquatic species here, including sea horses, crabs, parrot fish, and goldfish.
Dhanushkodi
Dhanushkodi is among the major sites in Rameswaram. Popularly known as Ghost Town, it is a place to find peace in its solitary environment. Once a populated place, the beach town was hit by a storm in 1964 and has remained uninhabited since then. According to mythology, it is where Rama marked the spot with his bow for the construction of a bridge to reach Lanka.
Panchmukhi Hanuman Temple
Lord Hanuman is one of the revered deities in Hindu religion. The ape god is not just a symbol of physical strength but an epitome of devotion. Unlike other temples dedicated to him, the five-headed temple in Rameswaram houses a black statue of the latter monkey god made with Senthuram stone. The temple attracts a huge crowd of devotees on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Agnitheertham
Agnitheertham is a place similar to Haridwar in Uttarakhand. Moreover, you can call it the Haridwar of the South. Every day this place is flocked with devotees who come and take a holy dip here. It is said that this is where Lord Rama took a dip to cleanse off his sin of ‘Brahmhatya’ by killing Ravana, who was also a Brahmin, besides a tyrant ruler of Lanka.
Best hotel to stay in Rameswaram
To visit all these sites, you can plan your stay at jüSTa Sarang, one of the luxury hotels in Rameswaram. The divine town’s proximity to the top attractions, including beaches, temples, museums, bird sanctuaries, historical bridges, etc., gives you an added advantage in visiting the places in less time. The resort also provides a spiritually-guided tour to Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple.
For convenience, the hotel features luxury rooms with state-of-the-art architecture, world-class amenities, privacy, and optimum comfort. The artwork adorning the room walls represents the culture of Rameswaram and is a visual treat to art enthusiasts. For dining, there is Satva, one of the best restaurants in Rameswaram. It is a pure vegetarian restaurant, letting guests taste the taste of sumptuous delicacies of South India and a wide range of dishes.
Final words
This concludes our blog on some prominent tourist spots in Rameswaram. We hope you find this travel guide helpful, as we have provided some information about the places. In this blog, we also made it clear that Rameswaram is not confined to temples but also beaches and other noted attractions.
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