Do You Know Ayodhya's Connection to Lord Rama? Find out Now!

Ayodhya is a quick weekend getaway not many think of.

Distance from Delhi: 650 kilometers

The story goes like this: Once upon a time, somewhere between the 4th and 5th century BC, a great poet called Valmiki wrote an epic called the Ramayana. It depicted the lives of the great king Rama and his wife Sita. It all started in an ancient city called Ayodhya, the famous Ram Janmabhoomi. The story might be very old, but its echoes are still fresh.

If you want to explore Ayodhya, the venue of many an event in Indian mythology, here are some places you may like to visit. One of the seven most sacred cities of India, Ayodhya is significant not just for Hinduism but also for many other religions that have prospered here at different points of time. Apart from the Hindu temples, the city carries important symbols of Buddhism, Jainism and Islam.

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Places To Visit In Ayodhya

Ramkot: This ancient palace is now a major spot of worship. Devotees from all over the world come here every year, especially during the festival of Ram Navami, the day Lord Rama was born.

Nageshwarnath Temple: This temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is very popular with pilgrims especially at the time of Shivratri. Legend has it that it was built by Lord Rama’s son, Kush. Although there are multiple beliefs, one of the popular ones say that Kush lost his armlet in river Saryu, which was found by a nag-kanya (the maiden of the Nagas) who fell in love with him. As she was a devotee of Lord Shiva, Kush built the temple for her.

Mani Parbat: With Buddhist origins, this hillock has an interesting mythological reference. It is believed that while Hanuman was carrying the hill with the Sanjeevani Booti, a part of the hill broke off and fell here.

Treta ke Thakur: This is a significant religious spot because it is believed that this temple is situated where Rama is said to have performed the Ashwamedha Yagna. Around 300 years ago, the Raja of Kulu is said to have built a new temple at this spot, called Kaleram ka Mandir. This temple houses the idols of Rama, Sita, Lakshman and Bharat that are supposed to be from the original Ram Temple.

Hanuman Garhi: This is believed to be the place where Hanuman lived and guarded the Ram Janmabhoomi. Locals believe that a visit to this holy shrine will grant you all your wishes.

Getting There

Air: The nearest airport is at Lucknow, about 130 kilometres from Ayodhya.

Train: You can take a train to Ayodhya or Faizabad, which is just 6 kilometres away from Ayodhya. You can catch the train from Delhi, Mumbai, Lucknow, Varanasi or Allahabad.

Road: Ayodhya is well connected to other cities in Uttar Pradesh by frequent bus services. You will also find buses from Delhi, which is 650 kilometres away.

Hotel: A good hotel here is Shan-E-Avadh, about 10 kilometres from Faizabad and 135 kilometres from Lucknow. The average cost per night is Rs 2,600.

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