Introduction
Rameshwaram is an island in Tamil Nadu, India and is known for its temples and paintings. This island is significant because, according to legend it is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of India. Rameshwaram is an important pilgrimage center.
Historical Background of Rameshwaram
Rameshwaram is an island, and legend has it that Lord Rama performed thanks giving rituals after the battle at Sri Lanka. Rameshwaram is popular for its temples. Thus this island is of extreme historical importance.
The fact that Rameshwaram is a Hindu pilgrimage makes it evident that this region has a rich cultural heritage.
Tourist Attractions in Rameshwaram
Tourist attractions in Rameshwaram include the Sri Ramanatha temple, the sacred Dhanushkodi bath and there are several sacred shrines within the Sri Ramanatha temple. There are about 20 bathing places inside the temple premises, known as Teerthas.
Other tourist sites worth visiting are the setu that is at a distance of 5 kilometers from the Ramanatha temple. The Sri Anjaneya temple is situated near setu.
Miscellany
Rameshwaram is a very popular Hindu pilgrimage and is well connected by rail and road to the different parts of Tamil Nadu, India.
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