How to Reach

Delhi → Ramanathaswamy Temple (Rameswaram)

• By Air: Delhi → Madurai Airport (170 km), then taxi/bus
• By Train: Delhi → Madurai/Chennai → Rameswaram
• By Road: Over 2,500 km; very long journey

Ahmedabad → Ramanathaswamy Temple

• By Air: Ahmedabad → Madurai, then road journey
• By Train: Ahmedabad → Chennai/Madurai → Rameswaram
• By Road: Over 2,000 km; not commonly preferred

History of Ramanathaswamy Temple

Ramanathaswamy Temple, located on Rameswaram Island in Tamil Nadu,
is one of the twelve sacred Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.

According to legend, Lord Rama worshipped Lord Shiva here to absolve
the sin of killing Ravana. Goddess Sita formed a Shiva Lingam from sand,
which remains the main deity worshipped today.

The temple is famous for its majestic architecture, the world’s longest
temple corridors, sacred theerthams, and intricate carvings. It flourished
under Pandya kings and later South Indian dynasties.

Ramanathaswamy Temple is an important part of the Char Dham Yatra
and remains one of India’s holiest pilgrimage sites.

Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga – Temple Information

Main Poojas Performed

• Palliyarai Deepa Aradhana – Early morning awakening ritual
• Kalasanthi Pooja – Morning worship
• Uchikala Pooja – Noon worship
• Sayaratcha Pooja – Evening worship
• Arthajama Pooja – Night closing ritual

Special Poojas

• Rudrabishekam
• Spadika Linga Abhishekam
• Panchamirtha Abhishekam
• Gangabishekam
• Sahasranama Archanai

Auspicious Days

• Mondays (Somavaram)
• Pradosham
• Monthly Shivaratri

Attire Guidelines

• Men: Dhoti/Veshti preferred; shirts removed near sanctum
• Women: Saree or Salwar Kameez recommended
• No shorts, sleeveless tops, western wear
• Mobile phones and cameras not allowed

Official Website

• Ramanathaswamy Temple – HR&CE Tamil Nadu
  https://rameswaramramanathar.hrce.tn.gov.in/