Tourist Places in Rameswaram

Rameswaram is one of the famous historical hubs of South India steeped in rich tradition. The city holds a large number of religious temples, ancient monuments,  shrines, and beaches. Rameswaram houses a few national parks within and near the city limits. Stepping into the city of Rameswaram will enable the people to experience the South Indian Culture and traditions practised during the ancient period. Some of the important tourist attractions which are not to be missed when visiting the city are:

Panchamukha Hanuman Temple

Main deity of the temple is Panchak Mukha Hanuman with two hands, holding Gadha in right hand. It is believed that Lord Vishnu had given four faces to Hanuman with the main aim to defeat Ravana and get back the Sudharshan Chakra from him. With success, Hanuman along with four faces met Lord Vishnu at Panchak Mukha. From then on the temple received its name as Panchamukha Hanuman Temple by the people in the city.

Further, the floating Stone used in the construction of Rama Sethu Bridge that connects India and Sri Lanka is preserved in Panchamukha Hanuman Temple.  It is important to know that these floating stones were used by Hanuman to build the bridge. These heavy stones have the capacity to float on water. Every stones carries Rama Namam and it resembles the existence of Lord Rama and occurrence of Ramayana Story. 

Marine National Park in Rameswaram

The Marine National Park is considered to be an amazing tourist spot that is located within the Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve. This park spreads over a total area of 10,500 sq km out of which 560 sq km lies stretches from Rameswaram to Tuticorin. Marine National Park covers the coast of popular destinations like Rameswaram, Tirunelveli, Tuticorin and Kanyakumari. This biosphere reserve is comprised of 21 islands with mudflats, estuaries, sea grass forest, beaches, salt marshes, coral reefs and mangroves. Tourists who are interested to explore the marine life can visit the mesmerizing national park and the nearby islands.

Kanchirankullam Water Bird Sanctuary

If you are interested to watch the beauty of nature, then Kanchirankullam Water Bird Sanctuary would be the best choice to visit in your summer vacation. This beautiful water bird sanctuary is the home to several bird species throughout the year. Visiting the park during the months of November to February enables the tourists to watch both native and migratory birds.

Some of the other places of interest in and near Rameswaram include Sethukkarai, Kothandaraman Temple, Pampan Bridge, Ariyaman beach and more.

Tips for Rameswaram Travelers

• Ensure to get early in the morning and join in the 5am-6am darshan in the Ramanathaswamy temple.
• Tourists should book the hotels in advance as the accommodation will be full during the festival season.
• Stay away from thugs. In Rameswaram temple, there will be many people selling the floating rocks at Rs 501 which is not original.

Also Read:

• Temples in Rameswaram
• Kurusadi Island
• Churches in Rameswaram
  

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