The Chardam Of India: Rameshwaram Dham Temple Tour Packages
Rameshwaram, the sacred land where Lord Shiva resides, holds a unique place among the four Dhams. Unlike the other three, which are dedicated to Lord Vishnu or His avatars, Rameshwaram is solely dedicated to Lord Shiva. Situated on an island in the Gulf of Mannar, at the southernmost tip of the Indian Subcontinent, it holds immense spiritual significance.
Embark on the sacred journey of the Rameshwaram Dham Yatra Tour Package, offered by Shivshankar Tirth Yatra, and immerse yourself in the profound spirituality of this holy place. The temple stands on the very spot where Lord Rama, the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu, worshipped Lord Shiva before embarking on His search to save His beloved wife, Sita, from the clutches of Ravana, the king of Rakshasas.
The significance of the Rameshwaram temple goes beyond its association with Lord Rama. Firstly, it is a revered Jyotirlinga, one of the twelve sacred abodes of Lord Shiva. Additionally, the scriptures proclaim that a pilgrimage to Varanasi to seek blessings from Lord Vishwanath is complete with paying homage to Lord Ranganatha at Rameshwaram. This unique aspect of the Dham appeals to both Vaishnavites and Shaivites, making it an important pilgrimage site for devotees of both Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva.
Rameshwaram is often called the “Varanasi of the South” due to its spiritual magnificence and the divine vibrations that permeate the air. It is a place where devotees can experience the profound connection between man and the religious. The tranquil surroundings, the rhythmic chants, and the sacred rituals create an atmosphere that transcends the physical realm and transports one to a realm of spiritual awakening.
Shivshankar Tirth Yatra offers meticulously crafted Rameshwaram Dham Yatra Tour Packages to ensure a seamless and spiritually enriching experience for pilgrims. Our expert team will handle all the arrangements, allowing you to focus solely on your spiritual journey. Witness the ancient traditions, offer your prayers at the holy shrine, and immerse yourself in the divine grace of Lord Shiva.
Embark on the Rameshwaram Dham Yatra Tour Package with Shivshankar Tirth Yatra and allow the divine energy of this sacred place to rejuvenate your soul. Experience profound spiritual vibrations, seek blessings from Lord Shiva, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
The temple has additional significance because it is, firstly, a Jyotirlinga, and secondly, it is said in the scriptures that a pilgrimage to Varanasi to pay homage to Lord Vishwanath is incomplete without also paying homage to Lord Ranganatha at Rameshwaram. The Dham is also singular in that it is an important pilgrimage place for both Vaishnavites as well as Shaivites. Rameshwaram is called the “Varanasi of the South”.
Pilgrims familiar with the “Ramayana”, written almost 3,000 years ago, find significance in many landmarks about the place. One of the most significant of these is the Gandhamardhan Parvat (a hill) on top of which Rama’s footprint is still found embedded in a rock at the topmost portion of the mountain. There are also other places of interest to the devout pilgrim and this is a favorite spot to cleanse one’s soul if one is a Hindu.
Another belief is that Lord Sri Rama earlier constructed a mythological bridge to Sri Lanka from this Rameshwaram beach.
Places We Visit During Chardham Yatra
RAMANATHASWAMY TEMPLE
The famous Ramnathswamy temple was built in the 17th century and is situated close to the sea on the eastern side of the Rameshwaram Island. The Ramnathswamy temple is famous for its 1200 massive granite columns. The temple has 54 meter tall gopuram (gate-tower) and 1220 meters of magnificent corridors.
AGNITHEERTHAM
The Agniteertham is located at a few meters from the Ramnathswamy temple. It is believed to be located at the same spot where Rama worshipped Lord Shiva.
DHANUSHKODI
Dhanushkodi is located at the eastern end of the island. It is named after Lord Ram’s bow and is at a distance of 8 km from Rameshwaram. The boulders in the sea between Sri Lanka and Dhanushkodi are known as Adam’s bridge. It is believed that Lord Hanuman used them to reach across Sri Lanka.
ERWADI
At a distance of 24 km from Rameshwaram, Erwadi is an important place of Muslim pilgrimage. The tomb of Ibrahim Sahid Auliya is located at Erwadi. Muslims from across the globe visit Erwadi, especially during the month of December to participate in the annual festival held to pay tribute to the saint.
GANDAMADANA PARVATHAM
This sacred shrine holds a wheel with the footprint of Lord Rama. The shrine stands on the highest point on the island, around 2 kms from Rameshwaram.
RAMJHAROKA TEMPLE
The footprints of Lord Rama is placed on a Chakra at the Ramjharoka Temple. The chakra has been placed at the highest point of Rameshwaram. This point is at a distance of 5 kms from Rameshwaram town. Since it is the highest point of Rameshwaram, therefore it provides a fantastic view of the blue ocean waters below.
KOTHANDARAMASWAMY TEMPLE
According to the ancient belief Vibhishana, the brother of demon king Ravana surrundered himself to Lord Rama at this temple and asked Rama to forgive him for the abduction of goddess Sita. Although Vibhishana was not straightaway involved in the kidnapping but he was ashamed of the fact that the gruesome crime was committed by his own brother Ravana. Kothandaramaswamy temple has images of Lord Rama, Lakshmana, Sita, Hanuman and Vibhishana.
Rameshwaram has many small temples, apart from the main temples, dedicated to Lord Rama, Lakshaman, Sita and Hanuman. Each temple big and small of Rameshwaram does have a history of its own. Other than the temples, there is also a tomb of Saint Ibrahim Syed Aulia at Erwadi, about 24 kms away from Rameshwaram
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