Ayodhya Shri RamJanam Bhoomi Tour with South Korea Memorial & Varanasi -

2019- 2010

Ayodhya Ram Janmabhoomi Temple + Hanuman Garhi + Queen Hwang-ok's memorial on River Saryu + 

Allahabad Prayag Sangam Tour + Varanasi Kashi Vishwanath temple Tour + Lucknow Tour

Ayodhya - Why You Must Visit

Ayodhya also known as Saket,  is the top pilgrimage destination for all Hindus as it is the birthplace of  Bhagwan Rama on the banks of the Sarayu river, the 7th avatar of  Vishnu. Ayodhya is also setting of the epic Ramayana.  Here in Ayodhya Sant Tulsidas wrote the Ramcharitmanas or Ramayana  in 1574 at Ayodhya. 

Ramayana dates back to 1st millennium BCE and Ayodhya was capital of Lord  Rama was Ayodhya. 

Ayodhya is one of the seven most important pilgrimage sites (Saptapuri) for Hindus. 

The birth spot of Rama was marked by a temple, which was demolished by Mir Baki the commander of  Mughal emperor Babur and a mosque was erected in its place. The Babri masjid was destroyed in 1992 by Hindu Kar sewaks and hindu groups pledged to rebuild a Rama's temple at the site. Ayodhya is of great importance to Hindus.

Ram Janma Bhoomi Temple - 2019 - What is there Now

Temporary Main Temple which was constructed after 1992 mosque demolition under the central dome and have darshans of Ram Lala kept under the shed. Timing is 0700 to 1100 AM then 1300 to 1700 Hrs. idols of Rama and others which is kept in a temporary shed.One has to go through at least 4 to 5 security checks and about 1 km walk to reach the temple. There is no shortcut of this route of Ram Janam Bhomi. 

There is a makeshift mandir at Ram Janmabhoomi with a Ram Lalla and other idols kept under a shed representing Rama as a child, smiling over a blooming lotus. 

The 27-inch-high (690 mm) deity is carved in white marble from the mines of Makrana in Rajasthan and laced with gold. 

The palanquin is made of seasoned rosewood brought from forest in Karnataka. The statue was donated by Chandresh Pandey of Jaipur Pandey Idol Museum.

Hindu pilgrims enter through a side door to offer puja.

Things to be taken Care at Ram Janma Bhoomi Temple

Must go once to take blessing for Shri Ram.the visit is not allowed after 11 am. at 11 am the entry is closed and one has to walk around nearly 1.5 km before coming out of the scene. it was very painful to walk this long under very hot sun, without any protection over head. no mobiles, bags, allowed. frisking and checking at every 50 meters. No Items are allowed, you can not even take car key. Mobile, watch and car key to be deposited at the entry. 

Ayodhya Ram JanmaBhoomi Ayodhya Pilgrimage Tour - Itinarary

(Delhi - Lucknow - Ayodhya - Varanasi - Lucknow - Delhi ( 7- DAYS)

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi - 

Transfer to hotel. Half Day Sight Seeing of Delhi after Lunch. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 : Delhi to Lucknow - By Flight

Transfer to Airport for flight to Lucknow after Breakfast. Arrive at Lucknow and transfer to hotel. Half day sightseeing at Lucknow city. Night. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03 : Lucknow - Ayodhya - Ram Janma Bhoomi Sthan Tour

Transfer to Ayodhya by AC Car/Coach after lunch. Arrive at Ayodhya and transfer to hotel. Visit Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir, It will take approx 4-5 hours and no entry is allowed after 11:00 AM.

Hanuman garhi and other famous pilgrimage destinations

Overnight at hotel.

Day 04 : Ayodhya Site Seeing

Full day sightseeing of Ayodhya city, South Korea Memorial, Hanuman Garhi, Sita Ki Rasoi, Saryu Ghat and many others

Day 05 : Ayodhya to Varanasi 

Transfer to Varanasi by AC Car/Coach after breakfast. Arrive at Varanasi and transfer to hotel. After Lunch, Proceed on Varanasi Ghats visit

Night Stay in Varanasi

Day 06 :- Varanasi Site Seeing & Sarnath Visit - Kashiveshwanath temple tour

Full day Varanasi Site Seeing inclusing Kashi Vishwanath temple and Proceed to Sarnath

Night Stay in Varanasi

Day 7:- Flight to Lucknow & Delhi

After Breakfast, check out and catch flight to Lucknow and delhi

Hotels included Ayodhya 

• Ramprastha Hotel :-              Ranked #1 of 1 Ayodhya B&B and Inns
• Thai Ayodhya Villas & Spa :-            Ranked #2 of 40 hotels in Lamai Beach
• Hotel Ayodhya :-             Ranked #3 of 32 Speciality lodging in Kolhapur

Ayodhya Attractions Covered

Shri Ram Janambhoomi temple - 2019-2020

Visit the Temporary Main Temple which was constructed after 1992 mosque demolition under the central dome and have darshans of Ram Lala kept under the shed. Timing is 0700 to 1100 AM then 1300 to 1700 Hrs. idols of Rama and others which is kept in a temporary shed.One has to go through at least 4 to 5 security checks and about 1 km walk to reach the temple. There is no shortcut of this route of Ram Janam Bhomi. 

Must go once to take blessing for Shri Ram.the visit is not allowed after 11 am. at 11 am the entry is closed and one has to walk around nearly 1.5 km before coming out of the scene. it was very painful to walk this long under very hot sun, without any protection over head. no mobiles, bags, allowed. frisking and checking at every 50 meters. No Items are allowed, you can not even take car key. Mobile, watch and car key to be deposited at the entry. 

The Hanuman Garhi

Situated in the center of the town, this temple is approachable by a flight of 76 steps. Legend has it that Hanuman lived here in a cave and guarded the Janambhoomi or 

Ramkot. The main temple contains the statue of Maa Anjani, with Bal Hanuman seated on her lap. The faithful believe that all their wishes are granted with a visit to this holy shrine.A massive structure in the shape of a four sided fort with circular bastions at each corner houses a temple of Hanuman and is the most popular shrine in Ayodhya. 

Kanak Bhawan

This has images of Sri Rama and Sita wearing gold crowns. It is also known as Sone-ke-Ghar.

Ramkot

The chief place of worship in Ayodhya is the site of the ancient citadel of Ramkot which stands on an elevated ground in the western part of the city. Although visited by pilgrims throughout the year, this sacred place attracts devotees from all over India and abroad, on `Ram Navami', the day of Lord's birth, which is celebrated with great pomp and show, in the Hindu month of Chaitra (March-April).

Swarg Dwar

According to mythology, Lord Rama is said to have been cremated here.

Mani Parbat and Sugriv Parbat

The first of these ancient earth mounds is identified with a stupa built by the Emperor Ashoka, while the second is believed to be an ancient monastery.

Treta ke Thakur

This temple stands at the place where Rama is said to have performed the Ashvamedha Yajnya. About 300 years ago the Raja of kulu built a new temple here, which was improved by Ahalyabai Hokar of Indore during 1784, at the same time the adjoining Ghats were also built. The initial idols in black sandstone were recovered from Saryu and placed in the new temple, famous as Kaleram-ka-Mandir.

Nageshwarnath Temple

The temple of Nageshwarnath is said to have been established by Kush the son of Rama. Legend has it that Kush lost his armlet, while bathing in the Saryu, which was picked up by a Nag-Kanya, who fell in love with him. As she was a devotee of Shiva, Kush erected this temple for her. It is said that this has been the only temple to have survived till the time of Vikramaditya, the rest of city had fallen into ruins and was covered by dense forests. It was by means of this temple that Vikramaditya was able to locate Ayodhya and the sites of different shrines here. The festival of Shivratri is celebrated here with great pomp and splendor.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Pilgrimage Tour Package- For 2 Persons.

Pilgrimage is a journey made to a place of religious and spiritual importance.Sometimes we go left, sometimes we go right , other times we go back, but when we go on a pilgrimage we are walking toward God. We go to God, not perfect, but as we are, with all of our doubts, crisis, sickness, curiosity, faith, and thanksgiving to ask for favors and to offer ourselves completely.

In Hindu religion Ayodhya Ram Mandir are an important pilgrimage places.Every hindu should visit these two pilgrimage places atleast once in their life time.Holiday Travel.Co offers the best Ayodhya Ram Mandir Pilgrimage Tour Package for those who wish to embark on an expedition of spirituality.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Pilgrimage Tour Package - Rates- for 2 Persons

• Travel Date :- Jan-Dec ( Flexible)
• No. of person :- 02 pax
• Room Required :- 01 DBL Room 
• Meal Plan :- CPAI
• Pick up & Drop:- Ayodhya ( Airport/Railway Station )
• Package Duration :- 03N/04D
• Package cost :- Rs.7600/- per pax
• Ayodhya Hotel Used :- Hotel Buddha
• Ayodhya Hotel Used :- Paryag Palace 
• Vehical Included :- Dezire

About Ayodhya 

Ayodhya- the city of Lord Ram where the first rays of light fell after creation. It is the place where humans get rid of an endless cycle of birth and death, life and salvation. One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world with history of over 2,500 years, Ayodhya is the holiest Indian city and one of the most popular pilgrimage destinations in the country.

Allahabad is an also one of the oldest and most important pilgrimage centers of India.As per Hindu mythology, Lord Brahma performed 'Prakrishta Yagna' here and named the place as 'Tirth Raj,' which means the king of all pilgrimage sites.  

About Triveni Sangam 

The Triveni Sangam is believed to be the same place where drops of Nectar fell out of the pitcher, from the hands of Gods. So it is believed that a bath in the Sangam will wash away all the sins and will clear the way to heaven.The Sacred Kumbh Mela is held every 12 years at the banks of the Sangam. We at Holiday Travel.Co have arranged a wonderful pilgrimage tour package for you to embark on journey of spirituality.

Accommodation & Meal Plan in Package for 2 Pax.

• The Ayodhya Ram Mandir Pilgrimage Tour Pilgrimage Tour package
•  CP Plan and includes complimentary breakfast
• 3 Nights accommodation at Ayodhya
•  1 Night at Allahabad.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Pilgrimage Tour Pilgrimage Tour Package - Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Ayodhya from New Delhi and Visit to Ganga Aarti

Board your flight or train from New  Delhi to Ayodhya.Upon arrival at Ayodhya guests are picked up from Airport (22km) / Railway Station (3km) and taken to the hotel.Freshen up & get ready for the evening Ganga Aarti (Hindu ritual) at the Dasaswamedh Ghat. or you can spend your evening at leisure enjoying the views of Ganga.Overnight stay at hotel.

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Day 2 :Ayodhya- Kaashi Vishwanath (Golden temple), Ganga Ghats & other sightseeing.

Get up early in the morning &  go for a boat cruise on the sacred Ganga River and witness the daily rituals.  Witness the long string of ghats (steps) that line the river, where locals practice yoga and Hindus perform morning prayers before bathing in the river to wash away their sins & get free from the circle of rebirth.Return back to the hotel.

Post breakfast discover the holy city of Ayodhya, an important pilgrimage destination for Hindus for thousands of years.By visiting Bharat Mata temple,Kaashi Vishwanath Golden Temple, Museum of the Benaras Hindu University,Sankat Mochan Temple, visit the river ghats & temples and Old City market. You can pick up souvenirs from the market. 

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Day 3: Transfer to Allahabad (125 kms/4-5 hours)Sangam sightseeing

After breakfast you will be taken to Allahabad.After 4 to 5 hours arrive at the Greatest King of all pilgrimages -Allahabad.Check in to your hotel,freshen up &  get ready to to see the Sangam (Meeting point) of the three rivers - Ganga, Yamuna & Saraswati.You can  take a holy dip in triveni sangam. Here the Maha Kumbh Mela is held every 12 years which is a major Hindu festival.Later visit Bada Hanuman, Patalpuri,  Anand bhawan and return to Ayodhya in evening. Overnight stay at hotel.

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Day 4:Allahabad to New Delhi. 

After breakfast at hotel proceed for airport/railway station.Guests will be dropped at railway station or airport according to the requirment. 

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Pilgrimage Tour Pilgrimage Tour Package-Inclusions 

• Two nights accommodation in Ayodhya  and one night accommodation at Allahabad.
• All transfers and sightseeing by AC Vehicle.
• Meals as per CP plans includes all the breakfasts.However we provide lunch halts at appropriate places.
• Welcome drink on arrival at all the three hotels.
• Sightseeing tour of the Ayodhya and Allahabad as per Itinerary.
• Return Airport Transfers/Railways station Transfer.
• All applicable road taxes,parking,fuel charges,driver allowances etc.

Note:  Air / Rail Tickets( Can be arranged from Delhi at extra cost).

Appropriate Time to Visit

Ayodhya Ram Mandir  are the towns of north India where the summers are real hot.The summers are followed by monsoon showers and temperature become pleasant after September.It’s recommended to sojourn your journey  between October and March when the temperatures are a in a comfortable range of 5-15 degrees Celsius. This is a good time to be out sightseeing as the weather is pleasant and very cool.

Ayodhya Fairs & Festivals 

There are many fairs and festivals in Ayodhya  & Allahabad that are celebrated at different times of the year. 

Ganga Mahotsav 

Ganga Mahotsav is the festival to  celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Ayodhya with excellent cultural programmes, and local martial arts. Celebrated every year from Prabodhini Ekadashi to Kartik Purnima in the month of Oct. / Nov. it concludes with the festival of lights, "Dev Deepavali" when more than a million earthen lamps are lit on the ghats of Ganga and one can see festivity all over the place.

In Ayodhya, Bharat Milap (Oct-Nov) is celebrates to celebrate the return of Lord Ram to Ayodhya after 14 years in exile and is held a day after Dussehra. Mahashivtri is celebrated with great pomp and show which attracts thousands of devotees every year.

Allahabad - Fairs and Festivals

Magh Mela - Allahabad

Celebrated in January is an important religious event for Hindus celebrated at Allahabad. The Mela is held annually on the banks of Sangam and is also referred to as 'Mini Kumbh Mela'. The bathing dates are spread over 45 days and attract more than a million devotees.

Ardh Kumbha Mela - Allahabad

Celebrated after every  6 years  

Maha Kumbha - Allahabad

Occurs every twelve years are other major festivals in Allahabad.

Ayodhya - Top 10 Facts Proving its Connection with Divine Lord Rama

• The Ayodhya of Ramayana was the capital of the Hindu kingdom Kosala on the banks of the Ganges, a river whose waters cleanse all sin, and on the right bank of Ghagra. 

• The Ikshvaku dynasty of  suryavansha ruled over Ayodhya by great king Dasharatha and later his son Vishnu Avatar Rama.

• In the Atharvaveda, Ayodhya was said to be "a city built by gods and being as prosperous as paradise itself".

• In Garuda Purana, Ayodhya is said to be one of seven holiest places for Hindus in India, with Varanasi being the most sacrosanct.

• Valmiki is said to have begun writing the Ramayana in Ayodhya. Its opening chapters recount the magnificence of the city, the glories of its monarch and the virtues, wealth and loyalty of its people. 

• Later Tulsidas written the common version of the Ramayana called the Ramacharitamanasa, in which he also praised the city. 

• Several Tamil Alvars mention the city. It is the birthplace of Jadabharata, the first Chakravartin, Bahubali, Brahmi, Sundari, Padaliptasurisvarji, Harishchandra and Achalbharata.

• Ayodhya has also historical significance for the Jain community as well. It is the birthplace of two important tirthankaras two-thousand years ago. The Jain agamas also record the visit of Mahavira, the last tirthankara of Jainism. The city is also the birthplace of five Tirthankaras, including the first, Rishabha, and the ninth Ganadhara of Mahavira.

• The city is important in the heritage of Buddhism, with several Buddhist temples, monuments and centers of learning established here during the Mauryan Empire and Gupta Dynasty. Buddha is believed to have visited the city more than once, although there is no record of this in his writing. Faxian, the Chinese monk, wrote of several Buddhist monasteries in Ayodhya.

• Ayodhya is a 'Mokshdayani Puris,' or 'land of spiritual bliss and liberation from karma bandhan,' along with Varanasi, and Dwarka. 

• Hindu scripture such as the Ramcharitmanas, Vishnu Purana and Shrimad Bhagvat Mahapuran recommend pilgrimage to the city.

Babri Masjid ( Masjid-i-Janmasthan)

There was a temple at the birth place of Lord Rama from ancient, A  mosque was constructed during 1528-29 by Mir Baqi, a Commander of the Mughal Emperor Babur.. Babri Masjid was demolished in the year. 1992. The demolition of Babri Masjid and subsequent findings of  presence of a temple beneath the mosque rubble proved that there was an ancient temple at the site of the Babri Masjid. 

The latest archaeological evidence in 2003 carried out by the Archaeological Survey of India between 12 March and 7 August 2003, uncovered a variety of objects, including a 12-foot (3.7 m) statue of Lord Hanuman and coins dating to early historic times and other historic objects. Which concluded that an ancient temple had been demolished or modified to create the Babri Mosque under Babur.

Even Before the 1940s, the Babri Masjid was called Masjid-i-Janmasthan ("mosque of the birthplace") in all official and revenue records . Shykh Muhammad Azamat Ali Kakorawi Nami (1811–1893) wrote: "the Babari mosque was built up in 923 A.H. under the patronage of Sayyid Musa Ashiqan in the Janmasthan temple in Faizabad-Avadh, which was a great place of (worship) and capital of Rama’s father.

Ram Janma Bhoomi temple - Cronology of Important Events - Latest news

1949: Idols of Ram Lalla are placed under the central dome.

In 1989, the Allahabad High Court opened the locks of the main gate and restored the site to use. However, when Hindus wanted modifications of the dilapidated Islamic style structure built by General Mir Banki, and did a Shilanyas, or inauguration, of a proposed new temple. Since, then the matter has been sub-judiced.

In 1984 - A movement was launched in 1984 by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad party to reclaim the site for a temple of the infant Rama, Ramlala. Hindus say that they have been demanding the return of the site for centuries, and cite accounts of western travellers during the Mughal rule in India.

6 Dec 1992 - The mosque was destroyed in 1992 by  mob of thousands of kar sewaks.  

Feb 23rd - 2016  - Subramanyam Swamy submitted a petition in the apex court stating that the disputed mosque in Ayodhya could be shifted to some place across river Saryu and the Lord Ram temple be constructed at the disputed site.  In response, the court said that the issue would be listed before the bench which is already hearing matters regarding the Ram temple-Babri Masjid row. Swamy had earlier claimed that work on the construction of Ram temple in Ayodhya could start before the end of this year and expressed confidence that the apex court`s verdict would pave the way for construction of the temple. 

Ayodhya - Places of Interest - 2019-2020

Queen Huh Korean memorial of Indian princess

Visit on the banks of Saryu River , lies a memorial of Queen Huh, a princess of an ancient kingdom in Ayodhya. She went to Korea some two-thousand years ago and started the Karak dynasty by marrying a local king, Suro. Today, Queen Huh's descendants number more than six-million, including the South Korean president - Kim Dae Jung.

Ghats of Ayodhya

The spectacular long swep of Ghats on the holy Ganga is unique and creates a fascinating sight, best viewed at dawn. Life, in almost panoramic detail, unfolds here from dawn to dusk as a steady stream of devotees, swelling to thousands on auspicious days, perform rituals. Ayodhya's principal attraction is the long string of bathing Ghats which line the west bank of ganges.

There are over 100 Ghats in Ayodhya, of which Dasashwamedh Ghat is the most striking, near by are the Manikarnika and the Harishchandra Ghats where cremations take place.

The Assi Ghat is further upstream, Panchganga, Tulsi Ghat, Dandi and Kali Ghats, Kedar Ghat, Man Mandir Ghat, Mir Ghat and Gai Ghats are other important ghats.

Kashi Vishwanath Temple of Ayodhya

This temple of Lord Shiva, the presiding deity of the city, is also known as Golden Temple. Ayodhya is said to be the place where the first Jyotirlinga, the fiery pillar of light by which Lord Shiva manifested his supremacy over other gods, broke through the earth's crust. More than the Ghats and even the river Ganga, it is the Shivalinga installed in the temple that remains the devotional focus of Ayodhya. Open only to Hindus. The 'Arti' is performed here at different times and by different names in a grand manner and is worth seeing.

Aarti in Kashi Vishwanath Temple- The Mangala Arti at 3.00 a.m., Bhog Arti at 12 noon, Saptarishi Arti at 7.00 p.m., Shringar Arti at 09.30 p.m., and the Shayan Arti at 10.30 p.m.

Ganga Aarti at Dasaswamedh Ghat

Dasaswamedh provides a beautiful and colorful riverfront view. A large number of Sadhus can be seen performing religious rites on this Ghat.The Ganga Aarti  should not be missed in the evening when after Aarti, thousands of earthen lamps are immersed in the waters of the holy Ganges and the floating lamps give a divine look to the river at dusk.

Places of Interest in Allahabad

Triveni Sangam

The sacred Sangam is the meeting point of three of the holiest rivers in Hindu mythology Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati in Allahabad. The meeting point is known as Triveni and is especially sacred to Hindus. 

At Triveni, the muddy waters of the Ganges and the clear green water of the Yamuna can be distinctly seen to merge into one. It is believed that at Sangam, few drops of nectar had fallen making the water truly magical. The Sangam is a site for important fairs and festivals including the Kumbh Mela and the Ardh Kumbh Mela, which attracts millions of devotees from all across the country.
 
 
Bhardwaj Ashram - Allahabad

Bharadwaj Muni Ashram is a sacred place in Allahabad that is believed to have been visited by Lord Ram while he was on his journey to Chitrakoot during his exile.
 
 

All Saint's Cathedral

All Saint's Cathedral is a 13th century Gothic style cathedral in Allahabad that is described as the one of the finest Anglican cathedral in Asia. This remarkable example of colonial Architecture was designed by Sir William Emerson, architect of Victoria memorial in Kolkata. Also famous by the name of Patthar Girja, the cathedral still holds much of its stained glass work and its impressive marble altar.
 

Alopi Devi Mandir

Alopi Devi Mandir is situated in Alopibagh in Allahabad very near to the holy Sangam. This temple is peculiar in a way that there is no statue of any Deity in this temple rather there is a wooden carriage or 'doli' which is worshiped. The origin of the name, Alopi (disappeared) Bagh lies in the Hindu belief that when after the death of his wife Sati, grieving Lord Shiva was traveling in skies with her dead body, Lord Vishnu, to relieve him from this agony, threw his Chakra at the corpse, resulting in the drop of various parts of the body at various places in India, which were sanctified by the touch of the Goddess' body parts and hence were thereby deemed holy places for pilgrimage. The last part fell at this location thereby named as Alopi (where disappearance was concluded) and the holiest of all.
 

Hanuman Temple

Hanuman temple is a unique temple that houses a huge idol of Lord Hanuman in a reclining posture (about 20 ft. in length and 8 ft. in width). The temple is very close to Sangam in Allahabad and gets submerged when the water of the Ganges rises.
 

Shankar Viman Mandapam

Shankar Viman Mandapam is a 130 ft high, four storied building that is situated near the Sangam in Allahabad. This place holds the idols of Kumarail Bhatt, JagadGuru Sahnkracharaya, Kamakshi Devi and Tirupati Balaji.
 

Allahabad Fort

The Allahabad Fort was built by Emperor Akbar in 1583 and stands on the northern banks of the river Yamuna close to Sangam. Allahabad Fort with its huge and massive walls and three gateways is a major attraction. Allahabad fort is currently being used by the army at present and only a limited area is open to visitors. The main attraction of the Fort is the Ashoka Pillar, containing decrees and inscription of victories of Samudragupta, since the times of Ashoka.
 
Inside the fort there is the Zenana, Palace of Mariam-uz-Zamani and Saraswati Koop, which is said to be the source of the Saraswati River. The Patalpuri temple is also situated here. Akshaya Vat - so called immortal tree is also located inside the Fort, near the southern wall and can be seen from outside the southern wall of the fort.