7 Lesser Known Ram Temples: The country is currently immersed in spiritual excitement as we prepare for the grand inauguration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on 22 January. Apart from this, Ayodhya is also ready to become a smart city. The name of Ayodhya is on everyone’s lips regarding the darshan of Ram temple. But today we are going to tell you about such places where there is a grand Ram temple and you should definitely go and visit there.
Let us tell you about these 7 temples…
Kodandarama Temple – Vontimitta, Andhra Pradesh
Kodandarama Temple is located in Cuddapah district of Andhra Pradesh. Built by Vontudu and Mittudu, former robbers who became devotees of Rama from the Nishad dynasty. This temple is built as a proof of his devotion.
Eri-Katha Ramar Temple- Maduranthakam, Tamil Nadu
Located in Maduranthakam, Tamil Nadu, the Eri-Katha Ramar Temple holds significance in the Ramayana legend. It is believed that after defeating Ravana, Lord Rama, along with Sita and Lakshmana, stayed at Madhuranthakam on their way back to Ayodhya on Pushpaka Vimanam.
Ram Tirath Temple- Amritsar, Punjab
Located in Amritsar, Punjab, the Ram Tirath Temple is associated with the birth of Luv and Kush, the sons of Lord Ram and Sita. The temple is famous for its ancient well, which is believed to have healing powers. This is also the place where sage Valmiki gave shelter to Goddess Sita after conquering Lanka.
Triprayar Sri Ram Temple- Kerala
There is an idol of Krishna worshiped in the Triprayar Sri Ramaswamy Temple at Triprayar in Thrissur district of Kerala. This temple is the first of the four temples of Nalambalam dedicated to the sons of King Dasharatha.
Kodanda Ram Temple- Chikmagalur, Karnataka
Located at Hiremagalur near Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka, the Kodandaramaswamy Temple is associated with a unique incident from the Skanda Purana. According to the text, Lord Rama appears to Parashurama in his original marriage pose with Goddess Sita.
Ram Raja Temple – Orchha, Madhya Pradesh
The Ram Raja Temple in Orchha, Madhya Pradesh, is unique as the only temple where Lord Ram is worshiped as a king in a palace. A guard of honor is held every day, which resembles the rituals of royalty. The idol of Lord Rama in this temple is depicted sitting in Padmasana, holding a sword and shield.
Kodanda Ram Temple- Chikmagalur, Karnataka
Located at Hiremagalur near Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka, the Kodandaramaswamy Temple is associated with a unique incident from the Skanda Purana. According to the text, Lord Rama appeared here to Parashurama in his original marriage pose with Goddess Sita.
Ram Raja Temple – Orchha, Madhya Pradesh
Ram Raja Temple in Orchha, Madhya Pradesh is famous as the only temple where Lord Ram is worshiped as a king in a palace. A guard of honor is held every day, which resembles the rituals of royalty. The idol of Lord Rama in this temple is depicted sitting in Padmasana, holding a sword and shield.
Sri Vijayaraghava Perumal Temple- Thiruppukuzhi, Kanchipuram District, Tamil Nadu
Located in Thiruppukuzhi in Kanchipuram district of Tamil Nadu, this temple is one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Inside the sanctum sanctorum, Lord Jatayu is depicted in the lap of Lord Vijayaraghava Perumal, symbolizing the place where Lord Rama performed the last rites of the great bird Jatayu.
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Tag: Ayodhya, Dharma Astha, Ram Mandir, Ram Mandir Ayodhya Darshan, Tourism
first published : January 19, 2024, 4:54 PM IST
