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Ramanathaswamy Temple
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Ramanathaswamy Temple

Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, India

4.8 (0)
Overview

The Char Dham of the south — Rama's own lingam, 22 sacred wells for pilgrim baths, and the world's longest temple corridor (1,220 m of pillars).

Why visit: The endless third corridor is one of sacred India's great sights.

Things to do
  • ›22-well bathing circuit
  • ›Third corridor walk
  • ›Agni theertham sea dip
DarshanTheertham Baths
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Travel Information

Best time

Oct–Apr

Entry fee

Free (well-bath ticket ₹25)

Est. budget

₹300–800

Duration

Half day

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