Ayodhya Important information

Ayodhya

Ayodhya, the birth place of Lord Rama set on the right bank of the river Ghagra or Saryu, is associated with several mythological legends and regarded as one of the seven most sacred cities of India. The Atharvaveda describes it as 'a city built by Gods and being prosperous as paradise itself. Other   religions   have   also flourished here and relics of Buddhism, Jainism and Islam can still be seen. Lord Buddha is said to have visited the place many times and Jains believe that five of the twenty four tirthankaras were born here, including Adinath (Rishabhadeva), the first Jain tirthankara.

Tourist Acctration in Ayodhya

• Hanuman Garhi
• Kanak Bhawan (Sone-ke-Ghar)
• Nageshwarnath Temple
• Ramkot
• Jain  Shrines
• Treta ke Thakur
• Ram ka Paidi

Hanuman Garhi: The sacred shrine of Lord Hanuman is housed in a fortified structure, in the heart of the town. It can be reached by a flight of 76 steps and devotees believe that their wishes are fulfilled by the deity.

Kanak Bhawan (Sone-ke-Ghar): It was built in 1891, by Vrishbhanu Kuvari and is one of the finest temples of the town. It enshrines beautiful images of Rama and Sita.

Nageshwarnath Temple : It is the only shrine of Lord Shiva in Ayodhya. According to legends the shrine was built by Kush, the son of Lord Rama.

Ramkot: This ancient citadel with temples and maths (monasteries) is the main site of pilgrimage in Ayodhya. A large number of devotees visit the site during the celebrations of Ramnavami (Mar./Apr.), the birth anniversary of Lord Rama. Sri Ramjanma Bhoomi: The makeshift shrine of Lord Rama is set on one of the most disputed religious sites in the world. It is believed to be the birth place of Lord Rama and discovered by king Vikramaditya.

Ram ka Paidi: It is one of the most impressive ghats on the river Saryu. Guptar Ghat: The beautiful bathing ghats were built by Raja Darshan Singh in early parts of 19th century. Apalace atop the ghats has a Sita - Ram temple. Lord Rama is said to have entered the river on his final journey to heaven and his last rites were performed at the Swargadwar Ghat.

Treta ke Thakur : The temple marks the site where Lord Rama is said to have Performed the Ashvamedha Yagna.

Jain  Shrines : Ayodhya  is  believed  to  be  the rthplace of five Jain tirthankaras. Kesari Singh, the. Treasurer of the Nawab Faizabad buiit five temples to mark the scred sites.