Rameshwaram temple

City: Rameshwaram
State: Tamil Nadu
Location: South India
Year of Construction: 17th Century
Type of Construction: Ancient
Type of Building: Temple
Dedicated To: Lord Shiva
Religion: Hinduism
Importance: According to the Hindu mythology i.e. the story of Ramayana Lord Rama performed thanksgiving rituals to Lord Shiva after the battle at Sri Lanka and his triumph over the demon king Ravana. Owing to this Rameshwaram attracts Vaishnavites (worshippers of Lord Vishnu) and Saivites (worshippers of Lord Shiva) alike.
Famous For: The Linga of Sri Ranganatha, A Pilgrimage To Kashi Is Not Considered Complete Without A Pilgrimage To Rameshwaram.
Accommodation: Accommodation is available at the moderate and economy class hotels, devasthanam cottages and choultries in Rameshwaram.
Accessibility: The nearest airport is at Madurai, at a distance of 154-km. Rameshwaram is well connected by trains from all the major cities of India. State transport buses are available from the railway station to the various places in and around Rameshwaram. For local transportation taxis, auto-rickshaws, cycle-rickshaws and tongas are available. Also city bus service is available in the island.