What is the significance of Lakshmana Tirtham?

Lakshmana Tirtham is significant for its association with Lord Lakshmana and the rituals performed here to atone for sins.

What are the key rituals performed at Lakshmana Tirtham?

Key rituals include taking a holy dip, tonsuring near the big tamarind tree, and worshiping Lord Shri Lakshman and Lord Shiva in the form of Latchumanesvarar.

Lakshmana Tirtham

Tamil Nadu

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Lakshmana Swamy Theertham Temple, Ramanadhapuram District, Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, India

Lakshmana Tirtham is a sacred pilgrimage site in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, built in honor of Lord Lakshmana, the brother of Lord Rama. The temple is renowned for its Dravidian style of architecture and features exceptional sculptures of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita. It is one of the 64 holy teerthams in Rameswaram and is significant for its spiritual and mythological importance. Devotees believe that bathing in the holy water of this teertham can atone for past sins.

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Open & Close Time

06:00 - 12:00, 16:00 - 20:00

Type of Sthal

Ashram

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Available

Best time to visit

The best time to visit is during the Thaipusam festival or any time of the year when the weather is pleasant.

Special Note:

Floating car procession during Thaipusam festival
Holy dip and tonsuring rituals are significant here

Destinations near Lakshmana Tirtham

Famous religious places close to Lakshmana Tirtham

Rameswaram

How to Reach Lakshmana Tirtham

Transportation

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Reach by Air

The nearest airport is Madurai International Airport, which is about 170 km from Rameswaram.

Reach by Train

The nearest railway station is Rameswaram Railway Station.

Reach by Road

Auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws are available for local travel.

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Accessibility Information

The temple is accessible by road and is within walking distance from the Rameswaram bus terminus. Local transport options such as auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws are available.

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