Sri Ayodhya Dharma Yatra

The Abode of Lord Ramacandra

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Situated on the banks of the beautiful Saryu River, Ayodhya, also known as Saket, is the
birthplace of Lord Rama and was the capital of the ancient Kosala Kingdom. Here, the
Supreme Personality of Godhead in His quadruple expansion as Lord Rama, Laksmana,
Bharata and Satrughna appeared as sons of Maharaja Dasaratha in Raghu dynasty in Treta-
yuga.

Ayodhya was originally built by Vaivasvata Manu, who is the descendant of Svayambhur Manu,
the ruler of the entirety of mankind. Ayodhya was his capital city. Thereafter, Dasaratha
developed Ayodhya to such glorious proportions that the kingdom of Indra could hardly
compare to it. Ayodhya is one of the seven most sacred cities (sapta-puri) as described in
Garuda Purana. The whole tract of Ayodhya spanning 84 kos (nearly 275-km-long pilgrimage
route) is smeared with the footprints and pastimes of Lord Ramacandra. There are many
important holy places to visit here. Ayodhya Mahatmya of Skanda Purana mentions that
Ayodhya city sits on Lord Vishnu's Sudarshana Chakra (disc), rising above the earth and the
shape of Ayodhya Dhama resembles Matsya (fish).

A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada says, “Ayodhya is not bound up with any material
worlds. Just like Vrindavana, it is not bound up with any material limitations, as much as
Krishna is not bound up by any material limitations. So the kingdom of Ayodhya was historical
the tract of land as we see at the present moment, but at that time the king of Ayodhya was
the emperor of the world.” (Letter to Satsvarupa, Montreal, 16 June 1968)
Ayodhya Dhama Yatra traditionally begins by visiting the revered Sri Hanuman Garhi temple
and offering obeisances to Hanuman Ji, who is the protector of the Dhama. Main temple altar
has a magnificent deity of Hanuman Ji sitting on the lap of his mother Anjana, flanked with
silver and gold maces, and a silver garland inscribed with the name of Lord Rama. The Vijaya
Stambha (victory pillar) that was brought by Hanuman from Lanka and erected here in
celebration of the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana can also be seen.

Sri Kale Ram Mandir, situated on the banks of the Saryu River, is the most important temple
to visit. Unique deity of Sri Kale Ram Ji has the whole family of Lord Rama carved out on a
Saligrama sila. Sri Kale Ram Ji was originally installed and worshiped by Maharaja
Vikramaditya at Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple before Babar attacked. Just before the attack,
the pujaries immersed Them in the Saryu River. Many years later, a brahmana from
Maharashtra had a dream of Sri Rama and found the deities submerged in Saryu. He
established Them at this present temple.

Dasaratha Mahal is the royal palace where Maharaja Dasaratha resided with his kith and kin.
Childhood pastimes of Lord Rama were enacted here. At Dasaratha Mahal there are beautiful
deities of Maharaja Dasaratha along with Lord Rama, Lakshmana, Bharata and Satrughna and
their respective families. Near Dasaratha Mahal is Kanak Bhawan. It is an exceptionally
beautiful palatial house that was gifted by Lord Rama’s stepmother Kaikeyi to Sita immediately
after the marriage. Lord Rama lived here after marriage. The main temple altar has three sets
of gorgeous deities of Sri Sri Sita, Rama and Lakshmana. As per the inscription on the walls of
Kanak Bhawan, one set of deities was installed by Lord Krishna.

Ayodhya is beautified by the river Saryu. Saryu originates from Mansarovar Lake in Mt Kailash
in Tibet (China). Bordering Ayodhya to one side, Saryu is like a golden bracelet of Ayodhya
Dhama. In Ramayana there are repeated mentions of the hallowed Saryu where Lord Rama
performed numerous pastimes. At Saryu riverfront, there is Ram ki Pairi, a large stretch of
ghats and gardens, skirted by a row of ancient temples. Every evening, a beautiful Arati
ceremony takes place on the banks of Saryu River. On Diwali, there is a stunning display of
millions of oil lamps that are lit to mark Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya and pay homage to
Him and His family. Ayodhya bagged a Guinness World Record when it witnessed the largest
display of oil lamps at the Ram Ki Pairi, with the lighting of 6,06,569 lamps on November 14,
2020 during the Deepavali celebrations.

Sri Ram Janmabhoomi is the transcendental birthplace of Sri Rama Lala or baby Rama as
called affectionately. As per Skanda Purana, this was the location of the palace of mother
Kaushalya where Lord Rama took birth. At the main altar, exquisitely beautiful deities of Sri
Rama Lala and His brothers Bharata, Lakshmana and Satrughna are worshipped here with
great devotion and fervour. One can have the darshans of Sri Rama Lala at the current make-
shift temple, even as the new temple is being constructed. In 1528 AD, unfortunately, the
Mughal emperor, Babar, demolished the ancient temple that was originally built by Maharaja
Vikramaditya. Indeed, it is extremely heartening to see a magnificent Temple coming up at
this place! Ram Janmabhoomi Karyalaya is the workshop of the new temple construction site.
One can see here rare photos and descriptions of all the places where Lord Rama visited and
performed His pastimes. It is worthwhile to spend time here and immerse oneself in Lord
Rama’s pastime places. The model of the new Sri Ram Janmabhoomi temple is also displayed
here.

Nandigram is 22 km from Ayodhya and has reference in the Valmiki Ramayana. Bharata, the
brother of Lord Rama, spent a very austere and remorseful time here while Rama was in exile
for 14 years. There are three significant places to visit – Bharata Kunda, Bharata Gufa (cave)
and Sri Bharata Hanuman Milap Temple. Bharata took his bath at Bharata Kunda, which is a
huge lake. At Bharata Gufa (cave), Bharata spent his time when Rama was in exile and
worshiped the padukas (honourable sandals) of Lord Rama. Nearby is Sri Bharata Hanuman
Milap Temple, where we can have the darshan of beautiful deities of Bharata and Hanuman
embracing each other. Nandigram is a quiet and serene place.
Makhauda Dhama is 19 km from Ayodhya, on the banks of Manorama river. This significant
landmark has importance equal to Ram Janmabhoomi. Maharaja Dasaratha, on the advice of
sage Vasistha, did the Putra-Kameshti yajna here, along with sage Rishyasringa to beget sons.
There are two temples for Sri Rama Janaki here that are the site of putra-kameshti yajna. A
ghee drain was laid from Ayodhya to Makhauda Dhama to bring in the huge quantities of ghee
required for the yajna. The remains of this ghee drain can be seen starting from the borders of
Ayodhya to the Ghaghova bridge till Makhauda Dhama. The renowned Chaurasi Kosi Parikrama
(84 Kosi) of Ayodhya starts on the Purnima day of Chaitra month from Makhaura Dhama. Sri
Ramrekha Temple is at Makhauda Dhama. This was the resting place for the attendees of the
Vivaah (marriage) of Sri Rama and Sita.

Revered Lakshmana Qila temple is on the banks of the holy Sahasradhara Tirtha. This ancient
temple is the spot where Lakshmana concluded his manifest earthy pastimes. Dasaratha
Samadhi is 14 km from Ayodhya. Dasaratha left his body amid immense aggrievement at
separation from his beloved son Rama. He was cremated at this place and a temple was built
as a memorial to him in Bilva Hari ghat. Sacred Guptar Ghat is situated on the banks of the
Saryu River, 10 km from Ayodhya. Lord Rama concluded His manifest pastimes by taking ‘Jal
Samadhi’ here along with His two brothers, Bharata and Satrughna and all the inhabitants of
Ayodhya.

Mani Parvat, implying the divine hillock of jewels, was brought from Janakpur after the
marriage of Lord Rama with Sita. Mani Parvat was Sita Devi’s favourite location. Every year,
Sita Rama’s Jhulan Utsava is observed throughout Ayodhya during the month of Sravana,
which starts from here. Sita Kunda, one of the holiest sites in Ayodhya, is in the Kami Ganj
area near Mani Parvat. Just like Lord Rama would take a daily bath at Saryu river, Sita took
the bath here. Sita Kunda was created by Sita herself.

Sri Valmiki Ramayana Bhawan is a unique multi-story temple that has the entire 24000
Sanskrit slokas in Valmiki Ramayana inscribed on all the walls. One can have rare and
wonderful darshans of sage Valmiki with Lord Rama’s sons, Luv and Kusa standing side by
side. Celebrated Surya Kunda is on the outskirts of Ayodhya while returning from Nandigram.

International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) has a temple in Ayodhya Dhama.
Ayodhya had seven famous ancient Vishnu Murtis, each with a different prefix and with a
unique pastime. Sapta-Hari Murtis include - Guptahari, Chakrahari, Vishnuhari, Chandrahari,
Bilvahari, Dharmahari and Punyahari. Punyahari and Bilvahari temples do not exist anymore.
These temples existed even before Lord Rama descended Himself and are located at various
ghats on the banks of Saryu river.

Besides these places, there are many other holy places of Lord Rama’s pastimes spread in 84
kos of Ayodhya that can be covered while undertaking the Parikrama. Traditionally, there are
four types of Parikramas (circumambulation) undertaken to cover Ayodhya Dhama -
Antargrahi Parikrama, Panchkoshi Parikrama (16 km circuit), Chaturdashkoshi Parikrama (a
circular journey of 45 km done once a year on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Navami in
the Kartik month) and Chaurasi Koshi Parikrama that starts on Rama Navami.

Rama Navami, Deepavali, Rama Vivah (the day marking the marriage of Sri Rama and Sita),
Sravana Jhula festival (July-August), Kartik Purnima and the folk theatre of a traditional Rama
Lila performance during Dussehra are the major festivals celebrated with tremendous
jubilation in Ayodhya. Throughout Ayodhya, one can hear the continuous vibrant chants of
Lord Rama’s kirtan – ‘Jai Ram Sri Ram Jai Jai Ram’.

Places to visit in and around Ayodhya:

1. Sri Hanuman Garhi
2. Sri Kale Ram Mandir
3. Dasaratha Mahal
4. Kanak Bhawan
5. Saryu River Ghat
6. Sri Ram Janmabhoomi
7. Ram Janmabhoomi Karyalaya
8. Nandigram (22 km from Ayodhya)
9. Makhauda Dhama (19 km from Ayodhya)
10. Sri Valmiki Ramayana Bhawan
11. Lakshmana Qila Temple at Sahastradhara
12. Sri Guptar Ghat
13. Mani Parvat and Sita Kunda
14. Sri Nageshwarnath Temple
15. ISKCON Ayodhya
16. Sapta Hari Temples
17. Dasaratha Samadhi
18. Surya Kunda

Ayodhya is a 135 km (2½ hour) drive from Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh. Ayodhya is
well connected by rail from throughout India. Ayodhya airport, Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram
International Airport will soon be serving flights from Ayodhya.

1. Sri Hanuman Garhi

Constructed in the shape of a fort, Sri Hanuman Garhi is situated at the centre of Ayodhya. It
is a cave temple approachable by climbing 76 steps. After Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya
from exile, Hanuman Ji stayed in Ayodhya to serve his dear-most Lord. Hanuman lived here in
a cave and guarded the Janmabhoomi or Ramkot. Main temple has a magnificent 6-inch deity
of Hanuman Ji sitting on the lap of his mother Anjana. Deity is adorned completely with flower
garlands and vermillion. Hence, one can only have the darshan of his orange-coloured lotus
face. Deity is flanked with silver and gold maces gifted by the devotees. A silver garland
inscribed with the name of Lord Rama always adorns Hanuman. Across the courtyard, there
are beautiful deities of Sri Sri Sita Rama Lakshmana. At the back, there is a deity of Lord
Nrsimhadeva. Inside the temple, there is a Vijaya Stambha (victory pillar) that was brought by
Hanuman from Lanka, and erected here in celebration of the victory of Lord Rama over
Ravana.

The temple architecture is unique, engraved with splendid designs. Atmosphere here is
devotional. Lord Rama’s name is inscribed on every wall of the temple. One can hear the loud
chants of Sri Rama’s kirtan – ‘Jai Ram Sri Ram Jai Jai Ram’ by the devout devotees singing
from a hall at the side of the temple. Traditionally, the Ayodhya Dhama Yatra starts by offering
obeisances and seeking the blessings of Hanuman Ji. Hanuman Garhi is mentioned in the
Skanda Purana.
 Entrance of Hanuman Garhi Temple

Vibrant and imposing exterior of Sri Hanuman Garhi Temple

Lord Rama’s name is inscribed on every wall of the temple.
Hanuman Garhi Temple

Sri Hanuman Ji
 Sri Sri Sita Rama Lakshmana at Hanuman Garhi Temple

Continuous Sri Rama Kirtan by the devotees – Jai Ram Sri Ram Jai Jai Ram

2. Sri Kale Ram Mandir

Sri Kale Ram Mandir is one of the most important temples of Ayodhya. The unique deity of Sri
Kale Ram Ji has the whole family of Lord Rama carved out of a Saligrama sila. This deity was
originally installed by Maharaja Vikramaditya and worshiped at Sri Rama Janmabhoomi temple
before Babar attacked the temple. Just before the attack, the pujaries immersed the deity in
the Saryu River. Many years later, a brahmana from Maharashtra had a dream of Sri Rama
and found the deities submerged in Saryu. He established Them in this present temple, which
was built in 1782. Since then, Sri Kale Ram Ji is worshipped with great fervour and devotion
by the lineage of pujaries of the Maharashtrian brahmana.

In front of Sri Kale Ram Ji, there is a unique murti of Hanuman Ji, which is also carved from a
single Saligrama sila. Sri Kale Ram Mandir is located just behind Sri Nageshwarnath temple on
the banks of Saryu river and is approachable by taking a small lane on the right-side of main
door of Nageshwarnath temple.

Sri Kala Ram Ji

Hanuman Ji

3. Dasaratha Mahal
Dasaratha Mahal is the royal palace where Maharaja Dasaratha resided with his kith and kin.
Childhood pastimes of Lord Rama were enacted here. At Dasaratha Mahal there are beautiful
deities of Maharaja Dasaratha along with Lord Rama, Lakshmana, Bharata and Satrughna and
their respective families. This place is also known as Bada Asthan or Badi Jagah. Dasaratha
Mahal is a short walk from Hanuman Garhi. Opening timings are from 8 am to 12 noon and 4
pm to 10 pm every day.

Entrance of Shri Chakravarti Maharaj Dashratha Mahal

Main altar at Dasaratha Mahal

At the centre are deities of Maharaja Dasaratha with his kith and kin
 Sri Sri Sita Rama Lakshmana

Maharaja Dasaratha with Lord Rama, Bharata, Lakshmana and Satrughna

 Beautiful paintings depicting the pastimes of baby Lord Rama
Lord Rama on the lap of Mother Kausalya

4. Kanak Bhawan
Kanak Bhawan, meaning ‘palace of gold’, is a palatial house which was gifted to Sita by Lord
Rama’s step-mother Kaikeyi immediately after her marriage. Lord Rama and Sita dwelt here.
This is also the place where Lord Rama climbed the chariot to leave Ayodhya for His 14 years
of exile. Kanak Bhawan is exceptionally beautiful. The main temple altar has three sets of
gorgeous deities of Lord Rama and Sita. As per the inscription on the walls of Kanak Bhawan,
one set of deities was installed by Lord Krishna. On the first floor of the Kanak Bhawan, one
can have the darshans of the footprints of Lord Rama and Sita. The current exquisitely
embellished temple was constructed by Vrishbhanu Kunwar, Queen of Tikamgarh (Madhya
Pradesh). Kanak Bhawan is a short walk from Dasaratha Mahal.

Inscription on the wall of Kanak Bhawan: “Kanak Bhawan was a Gilded Palace where Lord
Rama and mother Sita dwelt in Treta-yuga. In the beginning of Dwapar-yuga, it was restored
as a memorial for Lord Rama by Maharaja Kush, the Lord’s elder son. In the middle of
Dvapara-yuga, it was rebuilt by Maharaja Rishabha Deo. It was visited by Lord Krishna by the
end of Dvapara-yuga. During Kali-yuga, it was first reconstructed by Maharaja Vikramaditya in
Yudhisthira Era 2431, which was subsequently expanded and repaired by Maharaja Samudra
Gupta in Vikram Samvat 444. Unfortunately, it was laid to ruin by S.Salarjung in Vikram
Samvat 1084.

The present magnificent ‘Kanak Bhawan Temple’ was built by Maharani Vrishbhanu Kunwar of
the royal state of Orccha. In the main sanctum, there are 3 pairs of deities of Lord Rama and
Sita. The first pair of deities on right-side was consecrated by Maharani Vrishbhanu Kunwar;
the pair on left side was installed in the ancient temple constructed by Maharaja Vikramaditya;
and the small pair of deities was consecrated by Lord Krishna during His visit to this holy
place. This inscription was installed on Rama Navami, 13th April 2019 on the instructions of
Maharaja Saheb Tikamgarh Shri Madhukar Shah Ju Deo and Raja Saheb Ayodhya Shri
Bimlendra Mohan Pratap Mishra.”

As per the local legend, the third pair of deities was given by Lord Krishna to a woman hermit
who was meditating on Lord Rama at this site. Krishna instructed her to bury the deities in the
ground before she leaves her body, so that later on, these deities would be discovered and
would mark to identify this sacred place when a pious king (who later turned out to be King
Vikramaditya) would set out to resurrect this holy place during Kali-yuga. It so happened,
when Maharaja Vikramaditya was digging the foundation of the temple, this ancient pair
emerged, which helped Vikramaditya to locate the exact spot to establish the sanctum of this
grand temple.
 Magnificent Kanak Bhawan

Kanak Bhawan

Enchanting Sri Sri Sita Rama at Kanak Bhawan

 There are three pairs of deities of Lord Rama and Sita. First pair of deities on right-side was
consecrated by Maharani Vrishbhanu Kunwar; the pair on left side was installed in the ancient
temple constructed by Maharaja Vikramaditya; and the small pair of deities was consecrated
by Lord Krishna during His visit to Ayodhya.

Lord Rama’s marriage with Sita

Inscription on the wall of Kanak Bhawan

5. Saryu River Ghat

Ayodhya is beautified by the river Saryu which is associated with various pastimes of Lord
Rama. River Saryu borders Ayodhya to one side and is like a golden bracelet of Ayodhya
Dhama. It has been purifying everyone from Treta Yuga. In Ramayana there are repeated
mentions of the hallowed Saryu where Lord Rama performed numerous pastimes. Ramayana
describes that Sri Rama first heard the story from Sage Vishwamitra about the origin of the
river Saryu from Lake Mansa while crossing the river at Anga province and reaching the forest
of Tataka. At Saryu riverfront, there is Ram ki Pairi, a large stretch of ghats and gardens,
skirted by a row of ancient temples. These series of bathing ghats (25 in number) are located
near the bridge on Ayodhya and Gorakhpur highway. Ram ki Pairi runs from the above bridge
up to Laxmana ghat. There are long flights of steps that go in parallel lines on both sides of
the river. It is visited by hundreds of devotees who come here to take a holy dip throughout
the year on various occasions especially Rama Navami and Diwali.
On Diwali, there is a stunning display of millions of oil lamps that are lit to mark Lord Rama’s
return to Ayodhya and pay homage to Him and His family. Ayodhya bagged a Guinness World
Record when it witnessed the largest display of oil lamps at the Ram Ki Pairi, with the lighting
of 6,06,569 lamps on November 14, 2020 during the Deepavali celebrations.

Once Lakshmana desired to go on a pilgrimage. At that time, standing on the banks of the
sacred Saryu, Lord Rama told Lakshmana that every tirtha comes to the Saryu river every day
to take a holy bath early in the morning before sunrise. Mother Kausalya used to bring Rama,
Lakshmana, Bharata and Satrughna to take bath here. 251 meters tall murti of Lord Sri
Ramacandra will soon be installed on the bank of sacred river Saryu.

Saryu River

Beautiful Saryu River at Ayodhya

 Ram ki Pairi and sprawling Ghats at Saryu River

Evening Arati ceremony on the banks of Saryu River

Magnificent views of Saryu River

 Stunning display of millions of oil lamps that are lit to mark Lord Rama’s return to
Ayodhya and pay homage to Him and His family.
Ayodhya bagged a Guinness World Record when it witnessed the largest display of
oil lamps at the Ram Ki Pairi, with the lighting of 6,06,569 lamps in November 2020.

6. Sri Ram Janmabhoomi

Sri Ram Janmabhoomi is the birthplace of Lord Rama. As per Skanda Purana, this was the
location of the palace of mother Kaushalya where Lord Rama took birth. At the main altar,
exquisitely beautiful Sri Rama Lala deities - baby Lord Rama and His brothers Bharata,
Lakshmana and Satrughna are worshipped with great devotion and fervour. One can have the
darshans of Sri Rama Lala in a temporary temple even as the new temple is being
constructed. Skanda Purana glorifies Ram Janmabhoomi and describes the exact location.

In 1528 AD, unfortunately the Mughal emperor Babar demolished the original ancient Temple
that was established by Maharaja Vikramaditya. Indeed, it is extremely heartening to see a
magnificent Temple coming up at this place! Coming out from the temple, one can see the
stones that were excavated from the original Ram Janmabhoomi temple.
Sri Rama Lala along with brothers Bharata, Lakshmana and Shatrughna at the main
altar of Sri Ram Janmabhoomi

Altar of Sri Rama Lala

 Sila from Sita Mandir at Ashok Vatika in Sri Lanka that was donated by High
Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Sri Ram Janmabhoomi on October 29, 2021

Two rare Saligrama sila’s excavated from Kali Gandaki river arrived from Nepal to
Ayodhya on February 2, 2023 to carve life-size Sri Rama Lala (Lord Rama as child)
deity.
Enroute to India, the boulders also reached Janakpurdhan, the birthplace of Sita in
Nepal.
 Model of Lord Rama Temple at Sri Ram Janmabhoomi

Temple dome - Model of Lord Rama Temple at Sri Ram Janmabhoomi

7. Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Karyalaya (workshop)

Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Karyalaya is the workshop of the new temple construction site. Pillars
with carvings, designed ceiling material, doors and all the designed stones to the sides of the
walls are ready. Here, one can see rare photos and descriptions of all the places where Lord
Rama visited and performed His pastimes. It is worth spending time here. The model of the
new Sri Ram Janmabhoomi temple is also here for display.
Stones and carvings used for building Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple at Karyalaya
(workshop)

Bell that will be installed at Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple

 Rare photos and descriptions of all the places where Lord Rama performed His
pastimes

8. Nandigram
Nandigram is 22 km from Ayodhya and has reference in Valmiki Ramayana. Bharata, the
brother of Lord Rama spent a very austere and remorseful time while Rama was in exile for 14
years. Here there are three significant places to visit – Bharata Kunda, Bharata Gufa (cave)
and Sri Bharata Hanuman Milap Temple. When Lord Rama returned from Lanka, He first
arrived at Nandigram to meet Bharata.

At Bharata Gufa (cave), Bharata spent his time when Rama was in exile and worshiped the
padukas (honourable sandals) of Lord Rama. Bharata used to take bath at Bharata Kunda,
which is huge. Bharata Gufa (cave), where Bharata spent his time when Rama was in exile is
at a short distance. Nearby is Sri Bharata Hanuman Milap Temple, where we can have the
darshan of beautiful deities of Bharata and Hanuman embracing each other. Nandigram is a
quiet and serene place.

Bharata Kunda at Nandigram

Every evening at 6:30pm, the Arati ceremony takes place here.
 Bharata Kunda

Bharata Gufa (cave), where Bharata spent his time when Rama was in exile
Padukas (honourable sandals) of Lord Rama that Bharata worshiped when Lord was
in exile

Ancient Rama-Bharata Milap Temple

Exact spot where Lord Rama and Bharata met after Lord Rama returned from Sri
Lanka.

9. Makhauda Dhama
Makhauda Dhama, on the banks of Manorama river is 19 km from Ayodhya. This significant
landmark has importance equal to Ram Janmabhoomi. Maharaja Dasaratha, on the advice of
sage Vasistha, did the Putra-Kameshti yajna here, along with sage Rishyasringa to beget sons.
It was after the putra-kameshti yajna that Lord Rama and His brothers were born at the Ram
Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya. A ghee drain was laid from Ayodhya to Makhauda Dhama to bring
in the huge quantities of ghee required for the yajna. The remains of this ghee drain can be
seen starting from the borders of Ayodhya to the Ghaghova bridge till Makhauda Dhama.

Renowned Chaurasi Kosi Parikrama (84 Kosi) of Ayodhya starts on the Purnima day of Chaitra
month from Makhaura Dhama. Makhauda Dhama is the starting point as well as the ending
point. All devotees converge here to participate in this Parikrama. The 275 km long parikrama
route is being upgraded with excellent roads and facilities as part of the Ramayana circuit
project.
Also, at Makhauda Dhama, there is a Ramrekha Temple, which was the resting place for the
attendees of the Vivah (marriage) of Sri Rama and Sita ji. As the co-travellers grew weary and
thirsty, Lord Rama slaked their thirst by creating a line by shooting an arrow into the ground.
The line in the ground yielded a divine water body known as the river Ramrekha and the place
came to be known as the Ramrekha Tirtha. Before the putra-kameshti yajna, Dasaratha was
very sad that he had no sons to inherit his kingdom. Then, Sumantra, advised him that yajna
would become successful if it was performed by sage Rishyasringa, who brought rains to the
drought-hit Angada kingdom. Dasharatha went to Angadasa to invite Rishyasringa, who gladly
accepted his request and reached Makhaura Dhama.

Sri Ramrekha Temple near Makhaura Dhama in Amorha Khas

10. Sri Valmiki Ramayana Bhawan

Sri Valmiki Ramayana Bhawan is a unique multi-story temple that has the entire 24000
Sanskrit slokas in Valmiki Ramayana inscribed on all the white marble walls. Portraits of Rama
katha are also painted on the walls in the prakarams. One can have rare and wonderful
darshans of sage Valmiki with Lord Rama’s sons, Lava and Kusa standing side by side.

There is also a library inside the temple with a large collection of Sanskrit books. In this
building, an international “Sita Ram Naam Bank” is established. The devotees can write the
names of Lord Rama and deposit it here. These handwritten letters in different languages are
preserved in plastic bags. This huge temple was constructed by Mahant Nritya Gopal Das, and
is open from sunrise to sunset.
Entrance of Sri Valmiki Ramayana Bhawan

Sri Valmiki Ramayana Bhawan

 Great sage Valmiki with Lord Rama’s sons, Lava and Kusa

Inscription of the entire 24000 Sanskrit slokas in Valmiki Ramayana

11. Lakshmana Qila Temple at Sahastradhara

Lakshmana Qila Temple is located on the banks of Sahasradhara Tirtha, 2.2 km from the Ram
Janmabhoomi. This ancient temple is at the spot where Lakshmana concluded his earthly
pastimes. Ayodhya Mahatmya of Skanda Purana describes the formation of Sahasradhara
Tirtha. After the killing of the demons headed by Ravana, Lord Rama ruled from Ayodhya for
11,000 years, setting the example of an ideal King for whom He is famed as Maryada
Purusottama.

After having completed the mission of His incarnation, Brahma wanted to remind Lord Rama to
wind up His earthly pastimes as the time set by the Lord Himself was over. He sent Time
personified (Kala) as a messenger instructing him to remind the Lord and at the same time
inform Him that if He so desires, He could remain as long as He wished. Time personified
arrived in Ayodhya in the guise of a wandering ascetic. Before the meeting could begin, he
requested Lord Rama for privacy, for his words were not meant for others. Anyone who
overhears their conversation will soon meet with death. Lord Rama declared that whoever
interrupted His meeting with Kala, would be punished immediately. He ordered Lakshmana to
guard the entrance of the meeting hall against any visitors.
During the meeting, the belligerent sage Durvasa arrived and insisted on meeting Rama.
Lakshmana conveyed the orders of Lord Rama. However, Durvasa became furious and told
Lakshmana, "O son of Sumitra, go quickly and report to Rama that I am here on a mission. It
does not behove you to disobey this. If you do so, I shall burn the entire city of Ayodhya."
Afraid of Durvasa’s curse, Lakshmana felt that it was better to be punished by His own brother
than be cursed by Durvasa. Compared to the city of Ayodhya and its citizens, His life was
insignificant. Lakshmana then entered Lord Rama’s room and interrupted the meeting. Rama
sent Kala away and attended to sage Durvasa. Keeping His words, Lord Rama after
consultation with His ministers, disowned Lakshmana as punishment for violating His orders.
Disowning was as good as death for Lakshmana.

Devoted Lakshmana accepted Lord Rama's punishment without resentment. He knew that it
was time to wind up his manifest pastimes now that the mission of Lord Rama on earth had
been achieved. He went to the banks of Saryu river at this very place and meditated deeply in
trance and in His self-same body ascended to the transcendental abode. At Lakshmana Qila
temple there are gorgeous deities of Sri Sri Sita Rama Lakshmana. The atmosphere at this
temple is very devotional. Sahastradhara is an important pilgrimage place on the Saryu
riverfront in Ayodhya, visited by the devotees with great devotion.

Gorgeous Sri Sri Sita Rama Lakshmana deities at Lakshmana Qila Temple

Beautiful view of Lakshmana Qila Temple and Saryu River

12. Sri Guptar Ghat

Sacred Guptar Ghat is on the banks of the Saryu River, 10 km from Ayodhya. Here, Lord
Rama concluded His manifest pastimes by taking ‘Jal Samadhi’ with His two brothers Bharata,
Satrughna and the citizens of Ayodhya. Lord Rama's beloved brother, Lakshmana, had already
left for transcendental abode from Lakshmana Ghat in Ayodhya. Skanda Purana describes the
glories of Guptar Ghat, when a query was posed to the sage Agastya by Srila Vyasadeva.
Agastya responded by relating the legend of Lord Rama using the Guptar Ghat to return to
Vaikuntha. King Darshan Singh renovated the Guptar Ghat in the early 19th century.

After Lakshmana’s disappearance, Rama decided to install Bharata upon the royal throne so
that He could be free to follow Lakshmana’s path. However, Bharata refused to take the
throne, for He preferred to accompany Rama to the forest rather than enjoy the kingdom
without Him. Rama then divided the kingdom between His sons, giving Kusa the northern part
of Kosala and Lava the southern part. After the coronation, He decided to leave for the forest.

When citizens heard of Rama’s intention to retire to the forest, they became determined to
follow Him. Their grief due to the impending separation was unbearable. Satrughna was also
intent upon following Rama, and thus, when the Lord finally came out of the city, there was a
great procession following Him. Indeed, because of their love and devotion, every living entity
followed Rama to the forest, so that not even an animal could be seen in Ayodhya. While
Rama silently walked along, everyone could see that He was exhibiting a mood of complete
detachment and indifference, as if preparing to give up the world. All of Rama’s potencies
appeared in personified form to accompany Him. His innumerable energies followed Rama.
Satrughna and His family followed Bharata. Behind the brahmanas walked all the citizens.
Following them came all the animals.

When He arrived at the banks of Saryu river, Rama paused. At that time Brahma and the
demigods appeared overhead in their celestial chariots. The sky was thus lit with a
transcendental radiance, and gentle, sweet fragrant breezes began to blow. As Lord Rama
entered the water, Brahma offered his prayers as follows: “O Lord, O Supreme Personality of
Godhead, You are now concluding Your earthly pastimes and are preparing to return to Your
transcendental abode beyond this material world. You are the eternal Supreme Lord and
although You appear in various incarnations, Your body is unchanging and original. It is You
alone who are the cause of all causes and the support of all existence. Everything is thus part
and parcel of You, for You are the Supreme Absolute Truth, the source of all emanation. O
Lord, You have so kindly appeared to remove the burden of the earth. Thus, let us offer our
respectful obeisances unto You, again and again.” Followed by Bharata and Satrughna, Lord
Rama thus returned to His eternal abode in the spiritual sky. Indeed, not only the sons of
Dasaratha, but all of Their followers, attained the Vaikuntha planet where Lord Rama eternally
resides.

Sri Guptar Ghat

 Sri Sri Sita Rama Lakshmana at a temple at Sri Guptar Ghat

13. Mani Parvat and Sita Kunda

Mani Parvat, implying the divine hillock of jewels, was brought from Janakpur after the
marriage of Lord Rama with Sita. Presence of this hillock is unusual to the natural terrain of
Ayodhya. When Sita came to Ayodhya, Queen Kaikeyi gifted her the gold palace, Kanak
Bhavan, and the jewels she acquired from Indrani, Indra’s consort, were given to Lord Rama.
Lord Rama gave these stones to Bharata, who in-turn handed them to Lakshmana, who then
gave them to Satrughna.

Satrughna believed that He should not be utilising these jewels as his brothers never used
them, so he gave them to Sita at her lotus feet. Sita learned that Lord Rama had abandoned
them because He was unable to connect them together. King Dasaratha was shown the jewels
by Queen Kaikeyi, who advised them to get the gems strung together because King Janaka
had married off his daughters to their four sons. Later, with Sita’s favour, Janakpur saw a
great increase in the production of jewels. King Janaka sent all of these gems to Ayodhya,
where they were housed in the southern part of Ramkot, considering them to be his
daughter’s treasure. These jewels were used to create a palace and a hill that measured one
yojana in height. Mani Parvat became the name of this hill. Every year, Sita Rama’s Jhulan
Utsava is observed throughout Ayodhya during the month of Sravana. As Mani Parvat was Sita
Devi’s favourite location, the jhulan yatra starts there. Atop Mani Parvat, there is a temple
with beautiful deities of Sri Sri Sita Rama Lakshmana.

Sita Kunda is one of the holiest sites in Ayodhya and is in the Kami Ganj area of Ayodhya
near Mani Parvat. Just like Lord Rama would take a daily bath at Saryu river, Sita took bath
here. In the Ayodhya Mahatmya section of the Skanda Purana, sage Agastya mentions that it
is located near Tilodaki-Saryu sangam. Sita Kunda was created by Sita herself.
 Mani Parvat

Sri Sri Sita Rama Lakshmana and Hanuman Ji at Mani Parvat

14. Sri Nageshwarnath Temple

Sri Nageshwarnath Temple was established by Lord Rama’s son, Kush. It is situated near Ram
ki Pairi and is dedicated to Lord Siva. Once it so happened that Kush lost his armlet while
bathing in the Saryu river, which was found by a Naga-kanya named Kumudini. She took the
armlet and went away to Nagaloka. When Kush came to know, he became angry and decided
to destroy the Nagas. This resulted in a flight for a long time. Nagas became tired and
restless. They prayed to Lord Siva. Lord Siva appeared at this place. Following this, Lord Siva
stayed here in the form of Siva-linga upon request by Kush.

Srimad-Bhagavatam 12.13.16 describes Lord Siva as the greatest Vaishnava (vaisnavanam

yatha sambhuh). Sri Nageshwarnath’s appearance in Lord Rama’s own abode is not surprising.
His desire to have an abode in Ayodhya was fulfilled through the special lila of Kush fighting
with Nagas.
 Sri Nageshwarnath Temple

Sri Nageshwarnath

15. ISKCON Ayodhya

International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) has a temple in Ayodhya.
Website: https://IskconAyodhya.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ayodhya.iskcon/
 Sri Sri Radha Krishna at ISKCON Ayodhya

ISKCON Ayodhya

16. Sapta Hari Temples

Ayodhya had seven famous ancient Vishnu Murtis, each with a different prefix and with a
unique pastime. All these seven murtis had Vishnu in His four-armed form holding conch, disc
and mace. Sapta-Hari Murtis include - Guptahari, Chakrahari, Vishnuhari, Chandrahari,
Bilvahari, Dharmahari and Punyahari. Punyahari and Bilvahari temples do not exist anymore.
These temples existed even before Lord Rama descended Himself and are located at various
ghats on the banks of Saryu river. These temples are the crown-jewels amongst all in
Ayodhya.

Chakrahari and Guptahari temple is located at the Guptar Ghat. Both Lord Chakrahari and Lord
Guptahari are present in one deity here. As per the Skanda Purana, Lord Vishnu mediated here
secretly to award the demigods enough strength to defeat the asuras. As the Lord mediated
here secretly, He came to be called Guptahari. When Lord Vishnu’s chakra fell here from His
lotus hand as He arrived in Ayodhya, He came to be known as Chakrahari. After winning over
the asuras, the demigods came to meet Lord Guptahari. They requested that the Lord stay
back in Ayodhya to protect the demigods. Lord Guptahari agreed to do so.

Chandrahari temple was consecrated by Chandradeva, the moon-god, who was attracted by
the glory of Ayodhya Dhama. This temple is located on the banks of Saryu river near Ram Ki
Pairi. Dharmahari temple is located near Chandrahari temple. The deity was consecrated by
Dharmadeva or Yamaraja, who had gone to Ayodhya on a pilgrimage. Dharmadeva was
surprised to see and experience the glories of Ayodhya. In that state, he started dancing
jubilantly. Seeing this and being compassionate, Lord Vishnu appeared before him and asked
him to take a boon. Yamaraja requested that he be allowed to install Lord Vishnu’s deity,
prefixing it with his own name. Lord Vishnu agreed to the request and hence, the deity of Lord
Dharmahari was installed.

Vishnuhari temple is non-existent currently. It is said to have been washed away by the Saryu
river. The deity of Lord Vishnuhari was consecrated by a brahmana named Vishnu Sharma,
who had come to Ayodhya on pilgrimage. The brahmana was mesmerised by the glories of
Ayodhya and started doing penances thinking that Lord Vishnu is personally present in
Ayodhya. He performed extreme penances for 3 years. Lord Vishnu appeared in front of him,
seated on Garuda. When Vishnu Sharma said that he desired unflinching devotion to Lord
Vishnu, it was granted along with the instruction to install a deity of Lord Vishnu prefixed with
brahmana’s name. Thus, the deity was consecrated with the name Vishnuhari. Vishnu dug a
tirtha with his chakra (disc), causing the sacred waters of Ganges to manifest. This tirtha
came to be known as Chakra tirtha.

Sri Guptar Hari Ji and Chakra Hari Ji Temple at Guptar Ghat, Ayodhya
 17. Dasaratha Samadhi
Dasaratha Samadhi is 14 km from Ayodhya. At this place, Dasharatha, Sri Rama's father, was
cremated. A temple was built as a memorial to him in Bilva Hari ghat. On the main altar are
the deities of Dasaratha, Bharata and Shatrughna. Also, there is a deity of sage Vasistha.

18. Surya Kunda

Surya Kunda, also known as Goshark Kunda is situated on the way coming from Nandigram to
Ayodhya. It is a big lake named after King Gosha of the Ikshvaku dynasty located to the south
of the Urvashi Kunda and north-west of Dasharatha Kunda near the Panchkosi parikrama path
in Ayodhya. A small, beautiful temple of Suryadeva graces the banks of this kunda. The
members of the Ikshvaku dynasty worshipped Suryadeva here as Suryadeva was the lord of
their dynasty.

Glories of Surya Kunda are described in the Ayodhya Mahatmya of Skanda Purana. After the
appearance of Lord Rama in Ayodhya, Suryadeva went to meet Lord Rama. He yearned to see
his Lord Rama in infant form. He waited for some time to meet the Lord due to which the
entire cosmos became still. As a result, Lord Rama was compelled to see Suryadeva soon.
Suryadeva chose his abode in Ayodhya at the very place where he waited to meet Lord Rama.
The place where he waited there is referred to as Surya Kunda.

Surya Kund

Sri Surya Narayana

 18. Other Places in Ayodhya
Vasistha Kunda is situated near Ram Janmabhoomi. Vasistha was appointed by Brahma as
the kula-guru or spiritual master of the Surya dynasty. This was because Lord Rama would
appear in this dynasty and Vasistha wanted to serve Him. He was the most prominent minister
of Dasaratha Maharaja.

Sugriva Mount is situated near Ram Janmabhoomi. Sugriva, the chief of Vanara army and
friend of Lord Rama, stayed here during the coronation of Lord Ramacandra after His return
from Lanka.

Brahma Kunda: When Brahma came to know that Hari Himself is residing in Ayodhya, he too
landed here and performed the parikrama of the dhama. Then Brahma created a large pond
and gave it his name and this excellent pond became famous as Brahma Kunda. He invited all
the demigods over here. In the year 1556, Sikh’s first Guru Nanak on his way from Haridwar
to Jagannatha Puri visited Ayodhya and sermonized local pandits under a Bel tree here. Since
then, a Gurudwara has been constructed to commemorate his visit. Ninth Sikh Guru Teg
Bahadur also came here in 1670. Tenth Sikh Guru Gobind Singh also came here.

Brahma Kunda

How to reach Ayodhya:

Ayodhya is a 135 km (2½ hour) drive from Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh. Ayodhya is
well connected by rail from throughout India. Ayodhya airport, Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram
International Airport will soon be serving flights from Ayodhya.
 Five Parikrama Routes (Yatra) of Ayodhya

Position of Lord Ramacandra and Purposes of His Advent

Compiled from A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada’s translation and commentary
of the Srimad-Bhagavatam, Ninth Canto
[Reference: Ramayana book by HH Bhakti Vikasa Swami Maharaj]
The Personality of Godhead Sri Rama assumed the form of a human being and appeared on
the earth for the purpose of doing some pleasing work for the demigods to maintain the order
of the universe. Sometimes great demons and atheists like Ravana and Hiranyakasipu and
many others became very famous due to advancing material civilization by the help of
material science and other activities with a spirit of challenging the established order of the
Lord. For example, the attempt to fly to other planets by material means is a challenge to the
established order. The conditions of each planet are different, and different classes of human
beings are accommodated there for particular purposes mentioned in the codes of the Lord.
But, puffed up by tiny success in material advancement, sometimes the godless materialists
challenge the existence of the Supreme Lord. Ravana was one of them, and he wanted to
deport ordinary men to the planet of Indra by material means without consideration of the
necessary qualifications. He wanted a staircase to be built up directly reaching the heavenly
planet so that people might not be required to undergo the routine of pious work necessary to
enter that planet.

He even challenged the authority of Sri Rama, the Personality of Godhead, and kidnapped His
wife, Sita. Of course, Lord Rama came to chastise the atheist, answering the prayer and desire
of the demigods, He therefore took up the challenge of Ravana, and complete activity is the
subject of the Ramayana. Because Lord Ramacandra was the Personality of Godhead, He
exhibited superhuman activities which no human being, including the materially advanced
Ravana, could perform. Lord Rama prepared a royal road on the Indian Ocean with stones that
floated on the water. Modern scientists have done research in weightlessness, but it is not
possible to bring weightlessness anywhere and everywhere. But because weightlessness is the
creation of the Lord by which He can make the gigantic planets fly and float in the air. He
made the stones even within this earth to be weightless and prepared a stone bridge on the
sea without any supporting pillar. That is the display of power of the Supreme Lord.

Due to His causeless mercy upon all living entities, the Supreme Lord, along with His plenary
extensions, appeared in the family of Maharaja Iksvaku as the Lord of Sita, His internal
potency. Under the order of His father, Maharaja Dasaratha, He entered the forest and lived
there for 14 years with His wife and younger brother.

Lord Rama is the Personality of Godhead, and His brothers, Bharata, Lakshmana and
Satrughna, are His plenary expansions. All four brothers are Visnu-tattva. There are many
unscrupulous and ignorant commentators on Ramayana who present the younger brothers of
Lord Rama as ordinary living entities. But Srimad-Bhagavatam, the most authentic scripture
on the science of Godhead, clearly states that His brothers were His plenary expansions. Lord
Rama is the incarnation of Vasudeva, Lakshmana is the incarnation of Sankarsana, Bharata is
the incarnation of Pradyumna, and Satrughna is the incarnation of Aniruddha, all expansions of
the Personality of Godhead. Laksmiji Sita is the internal potency of the Lord. She is neither an
ordinary woman nor the incarnation of Durga. Durga is the external potency of the Lord, and
she is associated with Lord Siva.

The question may be asked why the Lord, who is omnipotent, comes here to diminish the
burden created upon the world by the unscrupulous kingly order. Certainly, the Lord does not
need to come here personally for such purposes, but He descends to exhibit His
transcendental activities to encourage His pure devotees, who want to enjoy life by chanting
glories of the Lord. In the Bhagavad-Gita 9.13-14 it is stated that the mahatmas, great
devotees of the Lord, take pleasure in chanting the activities of the Lord. All Vedic literatures
are meant for turning one’s attention towards the Lord and His transcendental activities. Thus,
the activities of the Lord, in His dealings with worldly people, create a subject matter for
discussion by His pure devotees. When the Lord appears in this universe in the form of a
human being, He has two purposes, as stated in Bhagavad-Gita 4.8 – paritranaya sadhunam
vinasaya ca duskrtam: to destroy the demons and protect the devotees. To protect the
devotees, the Lord not only satisfies them with His personal presence but also teaches them
so that they will not fall down from devotional service.
As described in Srimad-Bhagavatam Canto 9 chapter 10 verse 11, by His personal example,
Lord Rama taught us the tribulations that certainly follow upon entering married life and
attachment to the opposite gender. "When Ramacandra entered the forest and Lakshmana
was also absent, the worst of the Raksasas, Ravana, kidnapped Sītadevi, the daughter of the
King of Videha, just as a tiger seizes unprotected sheep when the shepherd is absent. Then
Lord Rama wandered in the forest with His brother Lakshmana as if very much distressed due
to separation from His wife. Thus, He showed by His personal example the condition of a
person attached to women."

In this verse, the words stri-sanginam gatim iti indicate that the condition of a person attached
to women was shown by the Lord Himself by His personal example. Whether in the forest or at
home, if one is attached to the opposite gender, this attachment is always troublesome.

Of course, this is the material side of stri-sangi, but the situation of Lord Rama is spiritual, for
He does not belong to the material world. Narayanah paro vyaktat: Narayana is beyond the
material creation. Because He is the creator of the material world, He is not subject to the
conditions of the material world. The separation of Lord Rama from Sīta is spiritually
understood as vipralambha, which is an activity of the hladini potency of the Supreme
Personality of Godhead belonging to the srngara-rasa, the mellow of conjugal love in the
spiritual world. In the spiritual world the Supreme Lord has all the dealings of love, displaying
the symptoms called sattvika, sancari, vilapa, murccha and unmada. Thus, when Lord Rama
was separated from Sita, all these spiritual symptoms were manifested. The Lord is neither
impersonal nor impotent. Rather, He is sac-cid-ananda-vigraha, the eternal form of knowledge
and bliss. Materially those who are attached to women suffer, but spiritually when there are
feelings of separation between the Lord and His pleasure potency the spiritual bliss of the Lord
increases.

As confirmed in Srimad-Bhagavatam 7.9.45, Krpanas, those who are not advanced in spiritual
knowledge and who are therefore just the opposite of brahmanas, generally take to family life,
which is a concession for sex. Thus, they enjoy sex again and again, although that sex is
followed by many tribulations. This is a warning to devotees. To teach this lesson to devotees
and to human society in general, Lord Rama, although the Supreme Lord Himself, underwent a
series of tribulations because He accepted a wife, Mother Sita. Lord Rama underwent these
austerities, of course, only to instruct us; actually, He never has any reason to lament for
anything.

Another aspect of the Lord’s instructions is that one who accepts a wife must be a faithful
husband and give her full protection. Human society is divided into two classes – those who
strictly follow the religious principles and those who are devotees. By His personal example,
Lord Rama wanted to instruct how to fully adopt the discipline of the religious system and how
to be a beloved and dutiful husband. Otherwise, He had no reason to undergo apparent
tribulations. One who strictly follows religious principles must not neglect to provide all
facilities for the complete protection of his wife. There may be some suffering because of this,
but one must nevertheless endure it. That is the duty of a faithful husband. By His personal
example, Lord Rama demonstrated this duty. Lord Rama could have produced hundreds and
thousands of Sitas from His pleasure energy, but just to show the duty of a faithful husband,
He not only rescued Sita from the hands of Ravana, but also killed Ravana and all the
members of his family.

Another aspect of the teachings of Lord Rama is that although the Supreme Lord and His
devotees apparently suffer from material tribulations, they have nothing to do with such
tribulations. They are mukta-purusas, liberated persons, under all circumstances. A Vaishnava
is always firmly situated in transcendental bliss because of engagement in devotional service.
Although he may appear to suffer material pains, his position is called transcendental bliss in
separation. The emotions a lover and beloved feel when separated from one another are
actually very blissful, although apparently painful. Therefore, the separation of Lord Rama
from Sitadevi, as well as the consequent tribulation they suffered, is but another display of
transcendental bliss.
The recitation of the great epic, Ramayana, composed by the great rsi and devotee, Valmiki,
grants one all the fruits of dharma, artha, kama and moksa. Beyond that, it helps one to
advance toward life’s ultimate goal, the development of love of Godhead. The readers of this
book become blessed and inspired in Krishna Consciousness. May the transcendental forms of
Lord Ramacandra and Sita forever remain situated in their hearts!

Useful Resources:
Pastimes of Lord Ramacandra (Srimad-Bhagavatam Canto 9):
https://vedabase.io/en/library/sb/9/10/ (chapter 10)
https://vedabase.io/en/library/sb/9/11/ (chapter 11)
https://vedabase.io/en/library/sb/9/12/ (chapter 12)

Ayodhya Dhama Yatra 1999 lectures by HH Radhanath Swami Maharaj:

Lecture 1: https://audio.iskcondesiretree.com/02_-_ISKCON_Swamis/ISKCON_Swamis_-
_R_to_Y/His_Holiness_Radhanath_Swami/Lectures/02_-
_Yatra/1999_Naimisharanya_yatra/Naimisharanya_Yatra_Radhanath_Swami_Lecture_01_1999_Gupta_Kunda.m
p3

Lecture 2: https://audio.iskcondesiretree.com/02_-_ISKCON_Swamis/ISKCON_Swamis_-
_R_to_Y/His_Holiness_Radhanath_Swami/Lectures/02_-
_Yatra/1999_Naimisharanya_yatra/Naimisharanya_Yatra_Lecture_01_Radhanath_Swami_1999_Nandigram.mp3

Lecture 3: https://audio.iskcondesiretree.com/02_-_ISKCON_Swamis/ISKCON_Swamis_-
_R_to_Y/His_Holiness_Radhanath_Swami/Lectures/02_-
_Yatra/1999_Ayodhya_Naimisharanya/Naimisharanya_Yatra_-_Lecture_02_-
_Radhanath_Swami_1999_Gupta_Kunda.mp3

Lecture 4: https://audio.iskcondesiretree.com/02_-_ISKCON_Swamis/ISKCON_Swamis_-
_R_to_Y/His_Holiness_Radhanath_Swami/Lectures/02_-
_Yatra/1999_Ayodhya_Naimisharanya/Naimisharanya_Yatra_-_Eve_Lecture_-
_Radhanath_Swami_1999_Gupta_Kunda.mp3

Construction of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple (3D movie):

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyFazCoV7UI

Ramayana: https://vedabase.io/en/library/rkd/

Ramayana: The Story of Lord Rama (by HH Bhakti Vikas Swami Maharaj):
https://www.amazon.com/Ramayana-Story-Bhakti-Vikasa-Swami/dp/8190829262
https://books.bvks.com/book/view/Ramayana-the-story-of-Lord-Rama.html

https://ebooks.iskcondesiretree.com/pdf/Picture_Stories/Ramayana_Story_-_Picture_Form.pdf
(Children book)

Mayapur TV: http://Mayapur.tv / Vrindavana TV: http://Vrindavan.tv

Holy Pilgrimages – Journey to Holy Dhamas: www.Holy-Pilgrimages.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/HolyPilgrimages
Holy Dham: www.HolyDham.com

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