From Madurai · ~3 hrs · 170 km

Rameshwaram

One of the holiest pilgrimage sites in India, Rameshwaram sits on Pamban Island connected to the mainland by the iconic Pamban Bridge. The town is home to the magnificent Ramanathaswamy Temple and pristine beaches that feel like the edge of the world.

Places to Visit

Ramanathaswamy Temple
One of the 12 Jyotirlingas — the longest temple corridor in India
Pamban Bridge
India's first sea bridge — stunning views of the ocean
Dhanushkodi
The ghost town at the tip of the island — hauntingly beautiful
Agni Theertham
Sacred sea bathing point right next to the temple
Abdul Kalam Memorial
Birthplace and memorial of India's beloved Missile Man

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