Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameshwaram
Location
Rameshwaram, Ramanathapuram District
State
Tamil Nadu
Deity
Lord Shiva (Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga)
Temple Type
Shiva Temple - Jyotirlinga
Significance
Rameshwaram is one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites and also one of the twelve Jyotirlinga temples. Located on Pamban Island, it is one of the holiest places for Hindus. The temple is famous for its magnificent architecture, especially its outer corridor of 1,212 carved pillars — the longest temple corridor in India (about 1,200 metres). It has 22 sacred wells (theerthas) within the temple complex. Rameshwaram is considered the southernmost Jyotirlinga.
Legend & History
According to Ramayana, Lord Rama worshipped Lord Shiva here to absolve himself of the sin of killing Ravana, a Brahmin. Rama installed a Shiva Linga here and prayed for forgiveness. The temple is believed to have been built by Lord Rama with the help of Vanara Sena. Goddess Parvati is also worshipped here as Parvathavardhini. The temple's construction in its present form was done in the 12th century, with contributions from various dynasties.
October to April (Temple open year-round)
Nearest airport: Madurai Airport (170 km). Nearest railway: Rameshwaram Railway Station (connected by Pamban Bridge). Road: Well connected by NH 87 and the iconic Pamban Road Bridge.
Frequently Asked Questionsअक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
Where is Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameshwaram located?
Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameshwaram (रामनाथस्वामी मंदिर, रामेश्वरम) is located at Rameshwaram, Ramanathapuram District, in Tamil Nadu, India. It is one of the four Char Dham.
रामनाथस्वामी मंदिर, रामेश्वरम कहाँ स्थित है?
रामनाथस्वामी मंदिर, रामेश्वरम Rameshwaram, Ramanathapuram District, तमिलनाडु (भारत) में स्थित है। यह चार धाम में से एक है।
Which deity is worshipped at Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameshwaram?
The principal deity worshipped at Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameshwaram is Lord Shiva (Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga).
रामनाथस्वामी मंदिर, रामेश्वरम में किस देवता की पूजा होती है?
रामनाथस्वामी मंदिर, रामेश्वरम में मुख्य रूप से भगवान शिव (रामनाथस्वामी ज्योतिर्लिंग) की पूजा होती है।
What is the significance of Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameshwaram?
Rameshwaram is one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites and also one of the twelve Jyotirlinga temples. Located on Pamban Island, it is one of the holiest places for Hindus. The temple is famous for its magnificent architecture, especially its outer corridor of 1,212 carved pillars — the longest temple corridor in India (about 1,200 metres). It has 22 sacred wells (theerthas) within the temple complex. Rameshwaram is considered the southernmost Jyotirlinga.
रामनाथस्वामी मंदिर, रामेश्वरम का क्या महत्व है?
रामेश्वरम चार धाम तीर्थ स्थलों में से एक है और बारह ज्योतिर्लिंग मंदिरों में से भी एक है। पंबन द्वीप पर स्थित, यह हिंदुओं के लिए सबसे पवित्र स्थानों में से एक है। मंदिर अपनी शानदार वास्तुकला के लिए प्रसिद्ध है, विशेष रूप से 1,212 स्तंभों वाला गलियारा जो भारत में सबसे लंबा है। मंदिर परिसर में 22 पवित्र कुएं हैं।
What is the best time to visit Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameshwaram?
The best time to visit Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameshwaram is October to April (Temple open year-round).
रामनाथस्वामी मंदिर, रामेश्वरम जाने का सबसे अच्छा समय कौन-सा है?
रामनाथस्वामी मंदिर, रामेश्वरम जाने का सबसे अच्छा समय October to April (Temple open year-round) है।
How do I reach Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameshwaram?
Nearest airport: Madurai Airport (170 km). Nearest railway: Rameshwaram Railway Station (connected by Pamban Bridge). Road: Well connected by NH 87 and the iconic Pamban Road Bridge.
रामनाथस्वामी मंदिर, रामेश्वरम कैसे पहुँचें?
Nearest airport: Madurai Airport (170 km). Nearest railway: Rameshwaram Railway Station (connected by Pamban Bridge). Road: Well connected by NH 87 and the iconic Pamban Road Bridge.
