Rameshwaram, a mid-sized town in Tamil Nadu, is the access point barely a few miles away from Sri Lanka. The Pamban Channel separates Rameshwaram from the mainland and is the geographical tip land of Indian Peninsula.
Rameswaram is a generous host to sea of gleaming water, cleaner coastal lines and an emerging home for adventure sports. Rameshwaram is in the limelight of adventure enthusiasts and honeymooners in the recent times as a beach destination where you can stay at a close proximity to the uninterrupted waves.
Rameswaram in the map has long been in the preferred list of spiritual travellers, indulging in the vibrant history and the splendid temple architectures. But Rameswaram is well-kept secret which can be experienced in the amazingly wonderful beaches and the unexplored opportunities for quest expeditions deep into the water has given a magical touch to this holy island setting it apart as a favourite destination for the youth and the adventure enthusiasts where they have plethora of exciting activities right from boating to snorkeling.
The travellers arriving at Rameswaram have bundles of options to choose from. To add a sense of thrill to the getaway, pick from many of the water sporting options to indulge into like, Kayaking, Canoeing, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Surfing, Windsurfing, Kitesurfing, Waterskiing, Jet Skiing and Stand Up Paddle Boarding.
Kayaking opens up the door to endless wonders of the Indian Ocean with the calm underwater and clearer skies. Even a novice can kayak lasting for few hours, which shows up the unexplored wonders of nature. Cross the number of islets and lagoons on the splendid Rameswaram coastline, letting you live in a different wonderland with marine friends for a while. Proceed until reach the shallow waters of Mandapam and enjoy the stunning beauty of the coral reefs and the elegantly engineered Pamban Bridge.
Explore the beauty of blue oceans of Palkbay, the North East Coast of India in Rameswaram. Have a safe Scuba Diving experience in the confined shallow waters, get yourself drenched with the excitement of swimming on the ocean floor with swimsuit, dive mask and fin. Of course, before commencing your adventures, the experts will brief you about the hand signals to be used including when you are scared and want to go back to the shore. Go ahead and witness the marvelous creatures of underwater like green turtle, reef fish, jellyfish, lobster, sea cucumber and corals in unlimited varieties. Out of all the scenic destinations, Sangumal Beach is an ideal choice for your scuba diving activities.
One of the best Kitesurfing spots of India, Rameswaram enjoys the privilege of perfect wind conditions for over nine months in a year with nestle of kite spots, sought after by the pro-riders to explore beauty of Gulf of Mannar. Except for the rainy seasons from October to Mid-December, the kite riders have the advantage of enjoying the wind from all directions. The islands while kite boarding have bays with flat waters, excellent spots for sunsets.
If you are a speed lover, Jet Skiing in Rameswaram will be an ideal choice to enjoy the scenic beauty of the blue beaches and the unending sky. You need not have much skills to ride a water scooter, all you need is to kindle the adventurer in you. Surf through the shorter distances with life jackets, listen to the wind, whispering in your ears. A much delightful experience will be jet skiing and make sure that you take a pair of clothes, towels, moisturizers and basic medication if you feel you may require it. Pierce through the water at your own pace.
If you are looking for a dash of adventure on Rameswaram Coast lines, then go for Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP). Learn the basics of SUP, and move on, which will sure be the exercise for the major part of your day. The silent beauty of the confined waters never allows you to stop and come back to the shore. The adventurer in you drives you to go ahead and explore the charisma of Indian Ocean. Give a try for a unique experience to cherish forever.
If you don’t want to advent too much and thrive to be a silent spectator of the nature and its abundant beauty, all you need to do is to simply take a drive to Dhanushkodi, another beach destination just 18kms from Rameswaram.
Dhanushkodi, which was once a vibrant location got devoured due to a cyclone in 1964 with its houses, temples and churches washed away by the ferocious waves. All we see today is the ruins of the ancient church buildings and few people who still get scared if get reminded about the red lettered day. Danushkodi, which was once in an obsolete condition entirely disconnected from the other parts of the region has got a very good connectivity of roads from Rameswaram.
Dhanushkodi got its name with the end of bow used by Lord Ram from Ramayana to decide the starting point of building a bridge to approach to Sri Lanka on a mission to rescue his wife Sita. The small town on the Pamban Island had its own railway station, post office and even a school and it was a natural stop to all travellers and pilgrims until 1964 when Rameswaram cyclone terribly attacked the city.
Visit the city with the remains of that drastic night, welcoming you with the railway station and a church with a small alter and its remains, truly a melancholic experience for anyone visiting here. Pause by the old walls of Dhanushkodi whispering its tale. Please keep in mind, entry into Dhanushkodi is restricted after 5pm, keep sufficient snacks. Don’t ever try to swim here, it is extremely unsafe.
Rameswaram is equally an interesting destination to explore around besides being exhibited as an exotic beach destination. The town has the centuries’ old Ramanathaswamy temple as the epicenter with other places related to the various events believed to have relevance from the great Indian Epic Ramayana. Rameswaram is also the birth place of the revered scientist and the former president of India Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam and you can visit his memorial rewinding his past.
Rameswaram has a translucent blue water, clear skies, splendid lagoons, numerous islands to fill the space? Yes, It is You!, Pack your bags to unveil the hidden secrets of Rameswaram, if you have the compulsive desire for adventure and excitement.
Best Time to Visit Rameswaram
Summer is predominant in Rameswaram between March and Mid-June. Heavy to moderate rainfalls are there during June to September and the period between October to March may probably suit your visit as Rameswaram is at its best weather and you can explore around comfortably.
How to Reach Rameswaram
Air: Nearest airport is at Madurai at a distance of 120kms from where several modes of transportation are available to reach Rameswaram within Four hours.
Rail: Rameswaram owns a rail station with a good connectivity to cities like Chennai, Bangalore and Pondicherry.
Road: Reaching Rameswaram by road will be an excellent choice, as the road conditions are really good for a hassle free drive.
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