Rameshwaram Heritage and Private Walking Trail
Rameshwaram Heritage and Private Walking Trail
Rameshwaram Heritage and Private Walking Trail
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Explore the majestic Ram Setu view point, the awe inspiring Dhanushkodi, pristine migratory birds in the bird sanctuary, APJ Abdul Kalam's Memorial, and the unmissable temples. This is a private tour meant for exploring the sights of Rameshwaram with a local guide. You will get first hand experience of the uniqueness of Rameshwaram on this tour. As we explore the memorial and the culturally rich temples, we will see the soul of the city. Dhanushkodi offers a glimpse into the Tsunami torn island and the Ram Setu bridge is a must visi keeping in mind the spiritual significance behind it.
Entrance prices are not included and are in the range of USD 3- USD10 per venue depending on the local prices at the time.
Itinerary
Adam's Bridge - Rama Setu
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeStart the day with a visit to the Rama Setu Viewpoint, which offers stunning views of the Ram Setu area and the surrounding landscape. This is a great place to watch the scenery and take in the beauty of Rameshwaram. It is a vantage point from where visitors can get a panoramic view of the Rama Setu, which is a chain of limestone shoals that connects the southern tip of India to Sri Lanka.Dhanushkodi
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeDanushkodi - We will next visit the incredibly beautiful beach at Danushkodi, a thriving town destroyed by a tsunami. It is one of the best white sand beaches of India. It is located at the confluence of Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean.Dodo Island
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedWe will then take a drive to the Rameshwaram Bird Sanctuary is spread over an area of around 9 square kilometers and is home to a wide variety of bird species, both migratory and resident. Some of the common bird species found in this sanctuary include Flamingos, Painted Storks, Spoonbills, Pelicans, and many species of ducks and waders. The best time to visit the Rameshwaram Bird Sanctuary is from November to February when many migratory birds visit this sanctuary.Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Memorial
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedThe APJ Abdul Kalam Memorial is a memorial dedicated to Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, the former President of India, who was born and raised in Rameshwaram. The memorial is located on the island of Rameshwaram in Tamil Nadu, India, and is a popular tourist attraction in the region.Ramanathaswamy Temple Gopuram
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeRamanathaswamy temple. Next we will visit the famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. As per legend Lord Ram visited here to pray to Lord Shiva to atone for sins committed during the great war of Ramayana. The temple dates back to the 12th century and its long corridor is adorned with aesthetically carved pillars. We will pay our respects to the main deity who is worshipped here in the form of 2 lingams. One lingam is made of sand and was made by Lady Sita while the other was brought from mount Kailash by Hanuman. Other important deities are that of Goddess Parvathi, Nandi, Goddess Vishalakshi Vinayaka , Subrahmanya and Vishnu.
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