Location: Rameswaram
Top Things to do in Rameswaram
The 10 Best Things to Do in Rameswaram, India
Rameswaram, (also spelt as Ramesvaram, Rameshwaram) is a town and a second grade municipality in the Ramanathapuram district in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is on Pamban Island separated from mainland India by the Pamban channel and is about 40 kilometres from Mannar Island, Sri Lanka. It is in the Gulf of Mannar, at the tip of the Indian peninsula. Pamban Island, also known as Rameswaram Island, is connected to mainland India by the Pamban Bridge. Rameswaram is the terminus of the railway line from Chennai and Madurai. Together with Varanasi, it is considered to be one of the holiest places in India to Hindus, and part of the Char Dham pilgrimage.
Restaurants in Rameswaram
1. Pamban bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 339 reviews
Reviewed By urmiladhupar - Mumbai, India
Good old and very long bridge which opens from the middle to pass the big ship. Its on the way when we enter Rameshwaram. Good ocean view below it, clean and beautiful
2. Ramanathaswamy Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Poonam A - Mumbai, India
This temple is an architectural marvel and it is absolutely amazing to see interesting constructions around the place. Interesting parts like the 22 wells which have different waters and never ending water and the mani darshan are quite interesting. the reason for lower rating is the fact - a temple has to be free but here a person should have min 10 rs to visit god which i didnt appreciate. thus i felt its more a architectural marvel vs a divine abode which it should be.
3. Annai Indira Gandhi Road Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 579 reviews
Reviewed By neeleshkulkarni - New Delhi, India
This is the new bridge across the sea to enter rameshwaram.
Like any other bridge except for the view from it with the sea on both sides and the view of the pamban bridge. there are policemen posted there to stop you from parking on the bridge but if the traffic is not much they will let you stand and watch.
you will be lucky if you see a train pass by on the pamban bridge, otherwise watch it on you tube.
4. Dhanushkodi Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By abhimir - Bengaluru, India
Great place for a day trip, the drive to the beach is excellent, with a thin stretch of land stretching out into the sea. It has a good Ram temple on the way too. The beach itself is decent for bathing, but do go early in the morning, as it can get very hot during the day. On clear days, you can even see some Islands off the coast of Sri Lanka.
5. Former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 305 reviews
Reviewed By AnilKumarBR - Bengaluru, India
Its really a great experience to visit our beloved former humble President's house, whom to everyone's surprise, didn't own any property, fridge, TV, car or AC, as he just owned a wristwatch, six shirts, four trousers, three suits and a pair of shoes, but
has left an indelible mark, on the hearts and minds of every Indians, for his unforgettable service.
Being the role model for all the students, each & every students must visit this knowledge park, to change their attitude.
And last but not least, no one can't forget the important motivating message, that is posted at the Door exit, which states that, everyone has to speak to themselves, the following five lines, without fail, everyday, I.e, :-
1) I am the Best
2) I can do it
3) I am a winner
4) Today is my day and finally
5) God is with me
6. Ruined Temple/Church of Dhanushkodi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 288 reviews
Reviewed By neeleshkulkarni - New Delhi, India
The entire village of dhanushkodi was washed away in the tsunami and the church is the only building which has survived in parts. Its a surreal experience to walk through it.also look out for railway station and the water tank of which only memories survive.
7. Hanuman Temple
Overall Ratings
4 based on 191 reviews
Reviewed By anjan m - New Delhi, India
One of the smaller temples in Rameshwaram. You get to see the floating stones. It actually floats---what ever be the size of the stone. If you donate Rs 1000/ against receipt, you will be presented with one such stone. Insist for it.
8. Gandhamadhana Parvatham
Overall Ratings
4 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By RAJIV1954 - New Delhi, India
There is nothing special about the place except that it gives a good aerial view of the Rameshawaram town & sea.The temple located there is known for the footprints of Lord Rama.
9. Adam's Bridge - Rama Setu
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 127 reviews
Reviewed By PrabhaJain - Mumbai, India
This is the point from which the mythical Rama setu is said to have started. The place is truly breathtaking and scenic. The Rama setu is obviously underwater and cannot be seen from this point. Though satellite view shows that stones floating in the water connecting India, starting from this point, to Sri Lanka. It’s simply amazing how such things existed and yet are no more visible & have simply vanished. Even though the bridge is not visible to the human eye, it was worth the journey and travel to this point.
10. Agnitheertham
Overall Ratings
4 based on 246 reviews
Reviewed By anil_173 - Bhopal, India
The place is famous for performing the homage to departed soul of the family. A lot of prayers are done here after taking sea bath. The first bath before going for main temple darshan is also done here. More neatness is required here. For religious values this is an important place....thanks
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