It is one of the most sacred and historical towns of India. It is well
known for its Sri Ramanatha Swamy temple and the corridor in the
temple is the longest in India. The temple is considered as the holy
place to be visited by every Hindus in pair with the temples at Kasi, the
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more... city. The sea at this place called “Agni Theertham” believed to
be so sacred that the person take a dip will become pure in heart. The
idol of Lord Siva is believed to be created by Sita, wife of Lord Ramar while returning from Sri
Lanka after winning over the King Ravana in the Ramayana. The Ram Sethu, a bridge like
structure is considered to be constructed by the Lord Ram and his sena. The Bathing Ghat,
Kothanda Ramar Temple and other nearby islands-abundant with coral reefs and others marine
wonders are worth to visit. The Danuskodi, a town at the Eastern tip of the South India was
devasted by a cyclone during December 1964 and remains as historical witness for the cyclone.
Pamban bridge is unique Railway bridge of its kind in entire world.