Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya is a holy pilgrimage site in India. The holy place is situated on the bank of Saryu River, it has been known since ancient times as the birthplace of the Hindu deity Shri Ramchandra. Every year, a large number of people from all over the world come to Ayodhya to the Rammandir Darshan. In this article, you will find complete travel information about Ayodhya Ram Mandir.
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Ayodhya Ram Mandir
Ayodhya Dham is a famous spiritual destination in
Uttar Pradesh, the Ram Janmabhumi Temple, the birthplace of Lord Ram, is the
main attraction of Ayodhya Dham. If you are going to visit the famous temple,
then take a tour plan in advance. After you reach the pilgrimage city, you will
plan whether you will stay in a hotel or a dharamshala.
The next day, you will reach Lata Mangeshkar Chowk
from your accommodation. Here you will see a large statue dedicated to the
memory of Lata Mangeshkar. After visiting this place, you will come to Ram Ki
Paidi. Ram Ki Paidi is one of the popular place and is very near to Lata
Mangekar Chowk. Here, a large ghat has been built on the bank of the Saryu
River for the bathing of pilgrims. At first, you should definitely take a bath here.
After bathing, you will reach Hanuman Garhi Temple. This temple is located just
1 km away from there.
It is known that bathing here brings attaining virtue.
This holy place is located just 1 km from the Ram Temple and just 2 km from the
railway station.
Before visiting the Ram Mandir, you must first visit the Hanuman Temple.
After visiting Hanuman Temple, one should go to visit
the Ram Temple. These are mentioned in the book Ram Charitra Manash. Hanuman Garhi temple is open for
devotees from 6 am to 12 pm and again from 12 pm to 10 pm.
Then come to Rammandir
darshan. The holy place is located within walking distance from the Hanuman
Garhi. Then one by one, visit Dasharath Mahal and Kanak Bhavan. According to legend,
Kanak Bhavan was gifted to Sita by Kaikeyi after her marriage to Ram. You will
see a beautiful statue of Maa Sita and Ram in Kanak Bhavan.
Note: Mobile phones are not allowed when you enter the
temple. You must leave your shoes, bag, mobile, camera, watch, and leather
items, etc. in the locker.
Ram Mandir Murti
The Lord Ram Lala Murti is consecrated on 22 January
2024. The Ram Murti is 51 inches tall, carved from Shaligram stone, sculpted by
Arun Yogiraj.
Places to Visit Ayodhya
There are several places to visit in Ayodhya Dham. These
are Ram Janambhumi, Ram Ki Paidi, Saryu River Ghat, Lata Mangeshkar Chowki, Hanuman
Garhi, Dasharath Mahal, Kanak Bhavan, Surya Kund, Nageshwar Nath Temple, Geen
Ho Memorial Park, etc.
Ayodhya Ram Mandir Timing
The temple is open for pilgrims from 7:00 AM to 12:00
AM and 2:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Winter is the best time to visit the pilgrimage
site. You can set your travel plan from October to March, and it is the perfect
time for visiting the holy places. Ram Navami is the best time to enjoy the
architectural beauty and religious devotion of Ayodhya.
Ram Mandir
Ayodhya Location
Ram Temple is located near Ayodhya Railway Station,
Sai Nagar, Ayodhya, in Uttar Pradesh.
How to Visit Ram Mandir Ayodhya
The famous Dham is well connected with other major
cities in India by air, train and bus. With the construction of the temple,
connectivity between this holy place and other parts of the country has been
greatly improved. The railway station has been modernized and decorated.
By Air: There
is an international airport, Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, which is
well connected with Delhi, Bangaluru, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata. There are several
direct flights are available. The airport Maharishi Valmiki is only 12-13 km
away from the holy place. You will find buses, taxis, autos and e-rickshaws available
from the airport to reach the holy place. You can book cab also. The fare will
be according to the vehicle. Bus fare will be Rs.50 to 60 per person. You will
have to pay Rs.400 to Rs.500 for auto reservation and Rs.1000 to Rs.1200 for
taxi. A Special E-Bus services are available from the airport or other places
in the city to the Dham, and the fare will be only Rs.30 to Rs.40 per person.
By train: The
best way to visit the pilgrimage site is by train. Ayodhya has been arranged
for the Ram temple in such a way that direct trains are available from almost
all parts of the country. There are two main railway stations near Ayodhya Dham.
One is Ayodhya Dham Railway Station, and the other is Ayodhya Kent. Ayodhya
Dham station is very near, only 2 km away from the city Center. Ayodhya Kent is
15 km away from the holy place.
By Bus:
The Dham is well connected with other major cities in India. AC and semi-AC buses
are available from all the major cities, like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata
also. The bus terminal is only 2 km away from the pilgrimage site. AC sleeper buses
are found from Delhi, and the fare will be Rs.1300 to Rs.1400.
Note: Clock
Room facilities are available near the railway station, and some are near Birla
Dharamshala and lots of cloakrooms are in the temple area. You can keep your
luggage and bags at minimum price.
Delhi to Ayodhya Visit by Train
The pilgrimage is well connected with the capital city
Delhi by railway. The distance is around 700 km from the capital city Delhi. Several
Trains run daily and weekly from Delhi to Ayodhya, like Vande Bharat (22426),
Ayodhya Express (14206) and Kaifiyaat SF Express (12226) and some others also.
The total journey is around 10 to 12 hours.
Vande Bharat
Express (22426)
The fastest train, Vande Bharat, departs from Anand
Vihar Terminal (ANVT) at 06:10 AM and arrives at Ayodhya Kent (AYC) at 02:30 PM
(same day). The fastest train takes around 8 hours and 20 minutes and runs
every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (except
Wednesday). The ticket price will be Rs.1600 for AC Chair Car and for Executive
Chair Car (EC) Rs.3000. You can also find the direct train from major cities,
like Kolkata, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad to Ayodhya.
Ayodhya Express and Kaifiyaat SF Express run daily
from Delhi (DLI) station to Ayodhya Dham station. If you want to visit by
train, you must book the ticket from the IRCTC website or apps, at least 60
days before due to heavy demand.
How to Book a Ticket for Rammandir Darshan
There are three types of Darshan facility provided by
the Ram Mandir Committee, like 1. General Darshan 2. Sugam Darshan and 3. VIP
Darshan. You can get the tickets online from the official website.
General
Darshan
There are general darshan facilities are available for
all devotees are absolutely free. But there will be a long line to visit the
temple. In a normal day, you have need 30 to 40 minutes for darshan, but any weekend
day or special day, it may be 2 to 3 hours.
Sugam Darshan:
It is a pre-booked darshan with a separate queue for
faster access. It is also free of cost. If you collect the Sugam Darshan ticket
from online, your access will be easy, and there are no long lines here. So,
you must book a Sugam Darshan ticket 15 days in advance to avoid gathering.
VIP Darshan
There are a VIP Darshan facility is available to enter
the temple. You must collect an E-Pass for Rammandir
Darshan from the official website. www.srjbtkshetra.org
Note: All
darshan are free. For booking VIP pass, you have to need a valid ID proof like
Aadhar Card or Voter ID or Passport or Driving License, etc., and also need valid
mobile number. A passport-size photo is needed for upload, and the Aadhar
number is essential for Indians.
FAQ: Where you can stay at low price when visit Ram Mandir?
You can stay at a low price in Gujrati Daramshala,
Balaji Daramshala or Ram Mandir Nibash. All the accommodation is safe and neat
and clean.
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