Not only Ayodhya, but the country and the world are waiting for that special day when Maryada Purushottam Ram will sit in his grand house. The work of building the Ram temple is being done in full swing. The consecration ceremony of the Ram temple is expected to take place on January 22, 2024. Ayodhya is an ancient city in India known as the birthplace of Lord Rama according to the Hindu epic Ramayana. Devotees and tourists come here to roam and visit the historical sites here. Ayodhya is primarily a city of temples, founded by Manu. Apart from the Ram temple, many such places work to increase the religious importance of Ayodhya. Today in this episode we are going to give you information about these places.

Hanuman Garhi
Hanuman Garhi is one of the major religious places of Ayodhya. Hanuman Garhi has a temple dedicated to Hanuman, which has its religious significance. This temple site earlier belonged to the Nawab of Awadh, who donated it for the construction of the temple. This temple is situated on a hilltop and was built in the 10th century. To reach the temple, travelers have to go through 76 stairs. The idol of Hanuman ji located in the temple welcomes the devotees. The top of the hill offers a spectacular view of the surrounding hills. People of the Hindu religion come to visit this temple in large numbers and have a darshan of Hanuman ji and also pray for salvation from their sins.

Kanak Bhavan
As you can understand from the name it is made of Kanak i.e. gold, hence it is also called “Golden House”. The temple has a very beautiful statue of Lord Ram and Sita with a gold crown installed on their heads. Just by seeing the statue you will become a fan of its fine artistry. A wonderful display of songs and music is performed in a part of this building, which is the main attraction here and that is why there is a huge crowd of travelers here.

Tulsi Memorial Building
Tulsi Memorial Building, established in memory of 16th century saint-poet Goswami Tulsidas, is believed to be the place where Tulsidas composed Ramcharita. Located at the eastern end of the National Highway at Rajgang crossing in Ayodhya, the memorial was built in 1969 by the then Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Vishwanath Das. You will get to see a storehouse of rich literature in the huge library. The memorial also has a research center named 'Ayodhya Research Institute'. It is used to add importance to the study and importance of literary, cultural, and spiritual information about Ayodhya. The center also displays Ramayan arts and crafts and has daily recitations of the Ramkatha.

Dashrath Mahal
Dasharatha Palace is just a short distance from Hanuman Garhi located in the heart of Ayodhya city. King Dasharatha was the king of Ayodhya and the father of Lord Shri Ram. There is also a temple inside this palace where the idols of Lord Shri Ram, Lakshman, and Mother Sita as well as Bharat and Shatrughan are installed. Today this palace has been transformed into a holy temple where Ramayana is recited all the time and Songs and music keep playing. Dashrath Mahal is also known as Bada Sthan or Badi Sthan.

Thakur of Treta
Treta Ke Thakur is an ancient temple situated on the banks of river Saryu in Ayodhya. It is believed that this temple houses the idols of Lord Rama which were carved out of black sandstones in ancient times. It is also said that this temple this is the same place where Shri Ram performed Ashwamedha Yagya. If you are going to visit Ayodhya then you must visit this holy temple.

Sita's Kitchen
It is situated on the north-western side of Ram's birthplace. This is a temple which has been converted into a kitchen. Sita is called Annapurna and is the goddess of food, it has been constructed keeping this mentality in mind. In one part of the temple, there are idols of Lord Rama and his brothers and their wives. You can see the statues of Ram-Sita, Lakshman-Urmila, Bharat-Mandvi, and Shatrughan-Shrutakirti with their couples here.

Guitar Ghat
Situated on the banks of river Saryu, also known as Ghaggar, Guptar Ghat is an iconic site in Faizabad near Ayodhya. With stairs leading to the sacred river, this ghat once neighbored the colonial Company Garden, now known as Gupta Ghat One. Lord Rama meditated at this place and took 'Jal Samadhi' in the river. After which, he attained 'Baikuntha' and descended to heaven as an incarnation of Lord Vishnu.

Ramkatha Park
This park is spread over a very large area where you can find spirituality, cultural, and religious programs, dance, singing, poetry, stories, all these are part of it here. Travelers feel very thrilled after coming here. Here both national and international artists are given a chance to shine their stars. There are also grounds for children and gardens for adults in the evening.

Raja Mandir
This temple is situated on the banks of the Saryun River. Beautiful statues of many gods and goddesses have been installed in the temple. You can witness multiple gods in one place. The best example of Hindu architecture you will get to see here! You will become absorbed in devotion. Being situated on the banks of the river, you will also get the opportunity to see a beautiful view.

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