Birthplace of Lord Shri Ram

Ayodhya

Ayodhya: The Birthplace of Lord Rama Ayodhya, located in Uttar Pradesh, India, is one of the most sacred cities in Hinduism. Known as the birthplace of Lord Rama, it holds immense spiritual, cultural, and historical significance…

2 Ayodhya tours

Best time to visit

October to March. Ram Navami and Deepotsav (Diwali) are grand but very crowded — book early.

Ideal duration

1–2 days

How to reach

By air: Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhya. By train: Ayodhya Dham Junction (Vande Bharat from Delhi/Lucknow). By road: 2.5–3 hrs from Lucknow, 4–5 hrs…

Must see

Top places to visit in Ayodhya

Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir

The grand new temple at Lord Ram's birthplace. Phones and bags are deposited at the free lockers before darshan.

Hanuman Garhi

Hilltop fort-temple of Lord Hanuman — traditionally visited before Ram Lalla darshan.

Kanak Bhawan

Beautiful temple believed to be gifted to Sita by Kaikeyi, known for its devotional music.

Dashrath Mahal

The royal palace of King Dashrath, now a temple complex.

Nageshwarnath Temple

Ancient Shiva temple said to be founded by Kush, son of Lord Ram.

Sarayu ghats & Ram ki Paidi

Riverside ghats with the evening Sarayu aarti and the famous Deepotsav lamps.

About Ayodhya

Ayodhya: The Birthplace of Lord Rama

Ayodhya, located in Uttar Pradesh, India, is one of the most sacred cities in Hinduism. Known as the birthplace of Lord Rama, it holds immense spiritual, cultural, and historical significance.

Highlights of Ayodhya

Ram Janmabhoomi Temple: The grand temple under construction marks the site where Lord Rama is believed to have been born.
Ghats of Sarayu River: Sacred riverfronts like Ram ki Paidi for rituals and festivals.
Hanuman Garhi Temple: A hilltop temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman.
Kanak Bhawan: A palace gifted to Sita by Kaikeyi, known for its intricate architecture.
Deepotsav Festival: Celebrated with millions of diyas (lamps) during Diwali, recreating the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya.
Jain Heritage: Birthplace of five Jain Tirthankaras, making it significant for Jain pilgrims.
Historical Significance: Mentioned in the Ramayana and revered as one of the seven Moksha-puris (liberation cities).

How to reach Ayodhya

By air: Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhya. By train: Ayodhya Dham Junction (Vande Bharat from Delhi/Lucknow). By road: 2.5–3 hrs from Lucknow, 4–5 hrs from Varanasi.