Rameshwaram Weekend Tour | Short Trip To Rameswaram

OVERVIEW- Rameshwaram is regarded as one of the sought-after pilgrim destinations in South India. Situated on a small island, separated by a small Pamban channel from Sri Lanka, Rameshwaram attracts huge footfall from all round the globe. Moreover, the town is also an amazing weekend getaway from Madurai. Unspoilt tranquility overpowers the town.

MADURAI- The temple city of Madurai, poised on the banks of the Vaigai River, stands testimony to the fact that the Sangam age was the golden era of architecture in the history of South India. The history of Madurai goes back over 2400 years, and it is known to be the only city to be continuously inhabited, in the Southern peninsula. Madurai is the third largest city in Tamil Nadu and has been poetically referred to as the Athens of the East and the City of Festivals.

RAMESHWARAM- The place is regarded as one of the holiest cities of India as well an integral part of the mythological representations of India. It is an important pilgrimage center of Tamil Nadu. Equally sacred to Vaishnavities and Shaivities, the two main sects of Hinduism,

Tour Destination: Madurai - Rameshwaram - Madurai

Travel Duration: 02 Nights/03 Days

DAY 1: MADURAI - RAMESHWARAM

Today take a full day city tour of the Athens of the East- Madurai

SRI MEENAKSHI TEMPLE- A historic Hindu temple, Meenakshi Amman Temple, is situated on the bank of Vaigai River. The enormous temple is dedicated to Parvati, who is also known as Meenakshi, and her consort, Shiva. This temple is among the most famous temples of India which is known throughout the world for its outstanding and impressive architectural beauty.

VAIGAI DAM- Built across the Vaigai River, the Vaigai Dam is located around 70 km from Madurai. The Vaigai dam is a lifeline for the people of Madurai, Theni and Dindgul.

THIRUMALAI NAYAK PALACE- This Palace was built with the help of an Italian Architect and is a classic fusion of Dravidian, Islamic and European styles. Thirumalai Nayak's Palace at Madurai was considered to be one of the wonders of the South.

KOODAL ALAGAR TEMPLE- Dedicated to Vishnu, Koodal Alagar Temple is located in the heart of the city. The temple is an ancient Temple and very close to the famous Meenakshi Aman Temple.

THIRUPARANKUNDRAM TEMPLE- Dedicated to Murugan or Karthikeya, Thiruparankundram temple is located on a hillock approximately 8 km from the city. The temple is one of the six abodes of Murugan and is a pilgrimage site for devotees.

KALLAZHAGAR TEMPLE- One of the 108 sacred Divyadesam pilgrimage sites dedicated to the god Vishnu, the Kallazhagar temple is mentioned in the Divya Prabandha of the Azhwar saints. The temple is surrounded by granite walls, with a seven-story Gopuram rising above in the style of Dravidian architecture.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 2: MADURAI - RAMESHWARAM

Today morning, drive to Rameshwaram, to visit the famous temple.

RAMESWARAM TEMPLE- Ramanathaswamy Temple is an important pilgrimage site for the followers of Hinduism. It is believed that a visit to this temple washes away one's sins and brings salvation (moksha). Located on an island off the Sethu coast of Rameshwara, Ramanathaswamy Mandir can be reached via Pamban Bridge across the sea. Being situated in Rameswaram, the shrine is popularly known as Rameshwaram Temple.

After Darshan, evening free for leisure.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 3: RAMESWARAM - MADURAI

Day free for leisure and later, drive back to Madurai to catch your flights/train towards onward destination.

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