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Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga
🌊 Island Jyotirlinga
22 Holy Wells

Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga
रामनाथस्वामी ज्योतिर्लिंग

Rameswaram Island, Tamil Nadu Varanasi of South 4.9 (285,400 Devotees)

Gateway to Rameshwaram

Located on the serene Rameswaram Island in Tamil Nadu, the Ramanathaswamy Temple is one of the four Bada Char Dham pilgrimage sites and a sacred Jyotirlinga. It is the place where Lord Rama established a Shiva Linga to seek atonement after the battle of Lanka, making it the 'Varanasi of the South'.

Agni Teertham

The holy seashore where devotees perform rituals for their ancestors.

22 Sacred Wells

Ancient wells inside the temple, each with a different mineral taste and property.

Opening Time

5:00 AM

Main Ritual

Abhishek

South Indian

Annadanam

Location

Island

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the procedure for the 22 Teertham bath?

Devotees first bathe in the Agni Teertham (sea) and then proceed inside the temple where staff pour water from each of the 22 holy wells on them.

Is there a dress code for Rameshwaram Temple?

Yes, traditional dress is mandatory. Men must wear dhotis or pajamas with a shirt/upper cloth, and women should wear sarees or Chudidhars.

How to reach Rameshwaram from Madurai?

Rameshwaram is about 170 km from Madurai. You can take a train (crossing the Pamban Bridge) or travel by bus/car via the road bridge.

What is the significance of the Spatika Linga Darshan?

The Spatika (Crystal) Linga Darshan happens early morning (5 AM) and is considered highly auspicious. It is the only time the crystal linga is brought out for public view.

Temple Info

Location

Rameswaram, Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu 623526

Helpline

+91 6267 127 093

Nearby Destinations

Dhanushkodi

18 km

The ghost town at the tip of the island, where the Bay of Bengal meets the Indian Ocean.

Pamban Bridge

7 km

India's first sea bridge, offering breathtaking views of the turquoise waters.

APJ Abdul Kalam Memorial

4 km

The final resting place of India's 'Missile Man' and former President.

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