The ancient city of Ayodhya is best known as the setting of the ancient Hindu epic Ramayana and as the birthplace of God-King Ram. The city was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Kosala and is located on the banks of the Sarayu River. The Hindu deity Manu is said to have founded the city, which is thought to be 9000 years old. It is one of the most popular pilgrimage destinations and is known for its numerous temples, which are frequented by people of various Indian religions. Want to explore Ayodhya? Then here know the list of top places to visit in Ayodhya.

Ayodhya is a fascinating destination for those who enjoy venturing off the main path. It’s not only empty of foreign tourists, but it’s also an ambient and calm town that demonstrates how India has integrated several religions into its social fabric. You’d never suspect it was the scene of intense and violent communal strife.

Here’s The List Of Top Places To Visit in Ayodhya

  1. Ram Janmabhoomi

Ram Janmabhoomi

The Hindu god Lord Ram is believed to have been born in the Ram Janmabhoomi. Ayodhya, the Indian epic Ramayan says, is where Lord Vishnu’s seventh incarnation, Ram, was raised near the Sarayu River. The Ram Janmabhoomi is a sacred site for Hindus.

Despite decades of controversy, the Supreme Court of India provided the trust with the Ram Janmabhoomi land to build the Ram Temple. In August 2020, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for Ayodhya’s Ram Temple. A vast and beautiful temple is planned for the site.

  1. Hanuman Garhi

Hanuman Garhi

Located in Sai Nagar, Hanuman Garhi is a temple dedicated to the Hindu deity Hanuman. Hanuman Garhi is one of the most prominent temples in the city because it is usually visited before visiting the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The temple site at Ayodhya is said to be where Lord Hanuman dwelt.

You reach the temple’s entrance by climbing 76 steps. A 6-inch-high Hanuman idol stands within a panoramic view of the surrounding hills. The main shrine’s cave interior is decorated with statues of Lord Hanuman and Maa Anjani, his mother.

  1. Kanak Bhawan

Kanak Bhawan

There is a Kanak Bhawan in Tulsi Nagar, relatively close to the northeastern part of the Ram Janmabhoomi. Built-in 1891, this temple is known as Sone-ka-Ghar. It is a Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Rama and his wife, Goddess Sita.

There are three golden-crowned idols of these two gods in the shrine area of Kanak Bhawan, which is also known as the Golden Palace, under a silver canopy (Garbagriha). This shrine is believed to have been gifted to Rama and Sita by Rama’s stepmother, Kaikeyi.

  1. Nageshwarnath Temple

Nageshwarnath Temple

There is a temple named Nageshwarnath in Ayodhya dedicated to the local god Nageshwarnath. Kush or Kusha, Lord Rama’s son, is believed to have found it.

Though this sacred site has been well preserved since 750 AD, it appears that Naval Rai, Safar Jung’s minister, rebuilt the current temple in 1750. It is said that when Kush’s arm ring got lost, he was rescued by a Shiva devotee named Naga Kanya.

  1. Gulab Bari

Gulab Bari

Gulab Bari or Rose Garden is nestled in Vaidehi Nagar. It is one of the best tourist places in Ayodhya. Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula, the third Nawab of Faizabad (Oudh or Awadh), and his parents rest there.

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Gulab Bari’s 18th-century structure is defined by Nawab-style architecture and features lush greenery, fountains, and rose species. Under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, Gulab Bari is a part of India’s national heritage.

  1. Treta Ke Thakur 

Treta Ke Thakur 

Along Ayodhya’s Naya Ghat lies the Treta Ke Thakur Temple, which houses idols of Lord Ram, Sita, Lakshman, Hanuman, Bharat, and Sugreev. According to reports, they are made from a single piece of black sandstone.

Kullu, the then-king of the region, is believed to have built Treta Ke Thakur 300 years ago. This structure is said to be constructed in the exact place where Lord Rama performed the famous Ashwamedha Yagna. Ahilyabai Holkar, the Maratha queen of the time, revamped the temple in the 1700s.

  1. Tulsi Smark Bhawan

Tulsi Smark Bhawan

Goswami Tulsidas, a saint-poet of the 16th century, is credited with writing the Ramcharita in the Tulsi Smarak Bhawan. On the eastern end of the National Highway at Rajgang Crossing in Ayodhya, Sri Vishwanath Das, the Governor of UP at the moment, established the Smarak in 1969.

In addition to the massive library, the Smarak contains a research center dubbed the ‘Ayodhya Research Sansthan.’ It is a repository of degrading publications, in addition to Smarak’s research center. Ayodhya’s cultural, literary, and spiritual information is researched and analyzed through this school. Additionally, the center holds daily recitations of Ramkatha and exhibits Ramayana art and craft.

  1. Bahu Begam Ka Maqbara

Bahu Begam Ka Maqbara

Bahu Begum ka Makbara is located in Faizabad, on the Maqbara Road, also called the Taj Mahal of the East. The mausoleum dedicated to Begum Unmatuzzohra Bano, wife and queen of Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula, reflects her non-Mughal architectural brilliance. The monument stands at the highest point in Faizabad.

This stunning building is an excellent example of Awadhi architecture, featuring three domes, intricate interior designs, and magnificent ceilings and walls. It cost a total of three lakh rupees to build a shrine dedicated to the Queen, which she was buried in after her death.

Do you want to visit Ayodhya? Wondering what is the best time to visit Ayodhya? Throughout the year, Ayodhya has a pleasant climate. There are rare heatwaves and cold breezes throughout the rise of the summer and winter seasons. The most suitable time to visit although is from October to December, both for its climate and the festivals.

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