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Top Ramanathapuram Hotels
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Hotels(6)|Ratings(11)|Reviews(11) Last rated Jan 23rd 2013
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Rs. 880
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Rs. 600
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Rs. 1100
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Rs. 1200
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Rs. 300
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Rs. 400
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Ramanathapuram, or Ramnad as it is popularly called is a small city located in Tamil Nadu. The place is largely a gateway to the pilgrimage centres of Rameshwaram and Devipattinam which are located close by.
Ramanathapuram, like most of the cities of South India, is an old city. The city dates back to much before the 10th century, although no formal records are available of that period. Available historical records suggest that Ramanathapuram was ruled by the Pandyans for the most part until the 15th century. Although the Cholas gained control of the region for a short period of time, it was the Pandyans who were influential in the region.
The 17th and the 18th century saw the rule of the Europeans and the British respectively over this region. The British abolished the Zamindari system here in 1892, when the ruling Nawab was imprisoned and a British Collector was delegated. It was during the British rule only that the place came to be called as Ramanad. Although the name continued after independence, it was recently changed to Ramanathapuram, to be in coherence with the Tamil culture.
The major attraction of Ramanathapuram is the Raja Palace. This Palace was built by the Sethupatys and continues to be inhabited by the descendants of the royal family, although they are no longer in power. The royal family has set up schools and hospitals in the area as part of their community service.
Ramanathapuram finds a mention in Hindu mythology as well. It is believed that Lord Rama after defeating Ravana, returned to nearby Rameshwaram. He did so by building a bridge across the sea with the help of his army of monkeys. Lord Rama is also said to have worshipped Lord Shiva here, thus sanctifying this place.
The climate of Ramanathapuram remains the same through the year, which is warm and humid. The average day temperature here ranges between 30-35° Celsius, with the summer months experiencing the highest level of humidity. The winter months of November to February are the best time to visit Ramanathapuram.
Ramanathapuram is well connected to other regions of India with the help of a rail network as well as road transport. National Highway 49 and National Highway 210 run through the town. However, the city does not have an airport, with the nearest one being at Madurai.
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Sightseeing in the town of Ramanathapuram is mainly comprised of a large number of religious attractions. The major attraction of the place is Rameswaram, one of the four most revered locations for Hindus, in India. All its temples and religious sites are associated with Lord Rama.
Apart from Rameswaram, Ramanathapuram comprises many other significant attractions like the Ramanathaswamy Temple, Gandhamadana Parvatha, Villoondi, the Bhadrakali Amman Temple, Dhanushkodi, Kurusadai Island, Devi Patinam, Thiruppullani, Theertham, Uthirakosamangai, Erwari, Sethu Karai, Ramalingavilasam Palace and the tomb of Thayumana Swamigal.
The Ramanathaswamy Temple is the main temple of Rameswaram and is mainly famous for being home to one of the twelve Jyotirlingams. It also has the third largest temple corridor in the world. The Shivaratri celebrations in the place are quite popular amongst the tourists.
Gandhamadana Parvatha is a hillock situated near Rameswaram and is known for the footprints of Lord Rama. Its surroundings also consist of other attractions like Dhanushkodi, the temple of Sri Kodandarama, the Bhadrakali Amman Temple and Kurusadai Island.
The Bhadrakali Amman Temple is situated at 1 km from this hillock and is dedicated to Goddess Durga. Dhanushkodi is the southernmost tip of Rameswaram and is known for the Kodandaramaswamy Temple. Villoondi is situated at 7 km from the Ramanathaswamy Temple.
Devi Patinam is said to be the place where Lord Rama worshipped the Navagrahas; while Kurusadai Island is mainly famous for its rich marine species. Ramanathapuram is also home to Sethu Karai, which is said to be the bridge which Lord Rama built to cover the sea between Rameswaram and Lanka. The Theerthams or water springs of this town are also quite popular and are said to carry medicinal and curative properties.
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