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Rameshwaram Dham Yatra, History of Rameshwram Temple, Rameshwram Temple in Tamilnadu

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Introduction

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Introduction: 

 

   
Rameshwaram is a conch shaped island situated in the state of Tamil Nadu in the Gulf of Mannar between India and Sri Lanka.
    
It is considered as the place of worship by God and also has a famous Jyotirling of Shiv.
    
In the ancient times, it was known as Gandhmadan. This is the place from where Lord Ram built a bridge across the sea with the help of the Vanar Sena (monkey brigade) to attack Sri Lanka.
    
Rameshwaram is also known as the Kashi of South.
    
India’s former President, Dr. Kalam hails from Dhanushkodi, a village on the island.
   
Indira Gandhi Bridge connects the island to the mainland of India.
 

 

 

 

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Mythological Beliefs

Mythological Beliefs: 

 

   
Lord Ram installed a Shivling and worshipped it after slaying Ravan in order to be absolved of the sin of killing a Brahmin.
    
  It is believed that pilgrims going to Badrinath should visit Rameshwaram first as the sand from the sea is supposed to be added to the Ganga River in Badrinath and then the Ganga water from there is added to the sea in Rameshwaram.
    
The pilgrimage to Kashi is considered as incomplete until a visit to Rameshwaram is also made.
   
According to Ramcharitmanas, a devotee who offers Ganga water to the Shivling in Rameshwaram is entitled to salvation.
    
According to the Skand Puran, a devotee who sleeps on the sand of the bridge is absolved of the sin of killing as many Brahmins as the number of sand particles that stick to his body.
    
The Hindu beliefs suggest that the Shivling of Rameshwaram is a symbol of the oneness of Shiv and Vishnu.
 

Historical Facts

History: 

 

   
The reference of Rameshwaram appears not only in the Ramayan and Mahabharat but also the Sangam literature and the Shaivagams.
   
The first Aryan to visit Rameshwaram was Agastya Rishi. Pandya was the ancient dynasty that managed to last up to the early 11th century with some obstacles.
   
In the early years of the 11th century, Rameshwaram came under the control of Rajaraja and Rajendra Chola.
   
The Pandya dynasty arose in the 12th century. It was during this period that the construction of the present day temple began.
   
The region was controlled by the Nayaks of Vijaynagar for about 300 years in the Middle Ages.
   
In the 17th century, the control shifted to the local Setupati dynasty who considered themselves as the descendents of Kewat Guh.
   
In 1795 A.D., the British deposed the then ruler Muthuramalinga Setupati and established a direct control over the region.
   
The local Marudhu brothers supported him during the Kottavaman revolution of 1803 A.D. Later they were arrested and hanged to death.
 

Main Places To See

Main Places To See: 

 

   
Ramnath Swami Temple:
 
This is the most important temple which is world renowned for its architecture and a long corridor. It rests on about 4000 pillars. Shiv and Parvati are worshipped here as 2 forms:
 
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Shiv-Rameshwaram Ling (installed by Ram) / Parvati as Parvatvardhini
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Shiv-Vishwanath Ling (installed by Hanuman) / Parvati as Vishalakshi
    
Gandhmadan:
 
This is a hill to the west of the Rameshwaram Temple on which is situated a temple of Lord Ram which has his foot prints. It is also known as Ram Jharokha. The plan to attack Sri Lanka was made at this hill.
    
Dhanushkodi:
 
This is the tip of the island and resembles a peninsular structure, with the Bay of Bengal on its one side and the Indian Ocean on the other. Most of the settlements here were destroyed in the cyclone of 1964.
    
Kodandaram Temple:
 
This temple was the only one in Dhanushkodi to survive the cyclone of 1964. It is believed that here, Vibhishan was crowned as a king by Lord Ram.
    
Sakshi Vinayak Temple:
 
Situated between Pamban and Rameshwaram, this temple is also known as Van Vinayak. A visit to this temple after the Rameshwaram pilgrimage is the general tradition
 
   
   
Tirupulani:
 
It is a famous site on the mainland. It is said that Lord Ram took a fierce form against the sea. It was here that he also received a bow from Lord Shiv.
   
Uttarakosa Mangai:
 
There is an ancient Shiv Temple 16 km to the south of Ramnathpuram wherein the presiding God and Goddess are Mangaleshwar and Mangaleshwari, respectively.
   
Erwadi:
 
This place situated at 25 km from Rameshwaram has the tomb of noted Sufi Saint, Ibrahim Auliya. An Urs is held in the month of December every year.
   
Kurusudai Island:
 
At 23 km to the west of the Pamban Bridge is an island which has been declared a Marine National Park. A visit for nature lovers is a must.
 

Main Festivals

Main Festivals: 

 

   
Mahashivratri
:
 Magh (January)
       
Ramling Pratishthotsav
:
 Jyeshth (May)
       
Tiru Kalyanotsav
:
 Aashadh (June-July)
       
Navratri
:
 Ashwin (August-September)
       
Ardradarshanotsav
:
 Margshirsh Shukla (January)
       
Ram Navmi
:
 Chaitra (March-April)
       
Subramanyam Utsav
:
 Kartik (November)
 

Where To Stay

Where To Stay : 

 

   
Dharamshalas
 
 Banshilalji Abirchand Dharmshala  Near Temple
 Jwaladutt Poddar Dharmshala  Near Temple
 Baldevdas Vasantlal Dudhwala  Near Station
   
 
Many pilgrims prefer to stay with their Pandas (Brahmins), which provides them the convenience of puja and also the services of a guide.
   
Hotels:
 
 Category
 General
 Name
 Hotel Venkatesh
 Address
 Sithi Vinayagar Kovil, West Car Street, Rameshwaram - 623 526
 Telephone
 +91 - 4573 - 221 296
   
 
 Category
 General
 Name
 Hotel Tamil Nadu
 Address
 T.T.D.C., Agni Teertham, Rameshwaram - 623 526
 Telephone
 +91 - 4573 - 221 277
   
 
 Category
 Medium
 Name
 Hotel Maharaj
 Address
 7, Middle Street, Near Temple, Rameshwaram - 623 526
 Telephone
 +91 - 4573 - 221 271
   
 
 Category
 Medium
 Name
 Chola Hotel
 Address
 North Car Street, Opp. Rameshwaram Temple,
 Rameshwaram - 623 526
 Telephone
 +91 - 4573 - 221 307
   
 
 Category
 High
 Name
 Hotel Royal Park
 Address
 Opp. Main Bus Depot, Ramnad Highway,
 Rameshwaram - 623 526
 Telephone
 +91 - 4573 - 221 680 / 221 323
 Fax  +91 - 4573 - 221 327
 E-mail
 Web Site  www.hotelroyalpark.in
 

Location/Climate

Location/Climate: 

 

 
Location
 
 Geographical  Location  Height  Above  Sea Level  Average Annual Rainfall
 Latitude  Longitude  32 metres  94 cm
 9.28˚ N  79.3˚ E
 
 
Temperature

Temperature is given in degrees Celsius.
 
 Month  Jan   Feb   Mar   Apr  May  Jun  Jul  Aug  Sep  Oct   Nov    Dec
 Maximum 
29
31
33
35
38
37
35
35
34
32
29
28
 Minimum
20
21
23
26
28
28
26
26
25
24
23
21
   
 
Important Information
Pamban Bridge separates it from India while the Adam Bridge separates it from Sri Lanka.
Rameshwaram can be visited throughout the year however the ideal time for touring is from October to March.
 

General Information

General Information: 

 

 
 STD Code
 +91-4573
 Puja Timings  5.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m., 6.00 - 8.45 p.m.
 Police  Assistance
  Dhanushkodi, Rameshwaram, Tel: +91-4573 - 221 005
 Pamban, Rameshwaram, Tel: +91-4573 - 231 453
 Ambulance
  Government Hospital, Tel: +91 - 4573 - 221 233
 Hospital
 Rameshwaram Government Hospital,
 Tel: +91 - 4573 - 221 233
 Currency  Exchange
 State Bank of India
 1, North Street, Rameshwaram - 623 526,
 Tamil Nadu
 Tel: +91-4573 - 221 282 / 223 658
 Fax: +91-4573 - 221 282
 ATM Centre  State Bank of India
 South Car Street, Rameshwaram - 623 526,
 Tamil Nadu
 Post Office
 Mela Street, Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu
 Tel: +91 - 4573 - 222 009
 Tourist Office
  14, Bus Terminus, Rameshwaram-623726,
 Tamil Nadu
 Tel: +91- 4573 - 221 371
 Mobile: 09789055408
 Shopping
 Generally tourists buy bangles made of shells and   other   marine products; however silk sarees are   very   popular   among  female tourists.
   
   
There are many vegetarian restaurants that serve South Indian food like dosa, idli etc. Some hotels also serve meals on Madrasi thali basis, Hotel Guru being one such name. Sea food is available at some hotels near the station. TTDC Hotel Tamil Nadu also has a bar.
 

Travel Planner

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Airports in the vicinity: 
- Madurai
- Tiruanantpuram
Railway: 
 Main Railway Stations  Station Code
 Madurai Jn.  MDU
 Rameshwaram  RMM
 Tiruanantpuram  TVC
 Kanyakumari  CAPE
 Kochi  KOCHI
Road Distance from Destinations: 
 Madurai  Kochi
232 Km
 Rameshwaram  Kochi
297 Km
 Tiruanatpuram  Kochi
126 Km
 Shabrimala
 Kochi
142 Km
 Tiruanantpuram
160 Km
  Kanyakumari  Madurai
236 Km
 Rameshwaram
281 km
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