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Ramayanam Tour Package

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is renowned for its enchanting ancient ruins, endless beaches of soft sand, imposing mountains, vibrant festivals, and thick wildlife in the Indian Ocean. Moreover, as this is related to one of the most significant scriptures of Hindu mythology, the great epic Ramayana, this island nation has a great past and treasured heritage. There are so many mythological and historical sites, right from the site of Seetha's abduction to the killing place of Ravana. Sri Lanka, which can be visited as part of the packages for the Sri Lanka tour. Ramayana Tour in Sri Lanka, which is very popular with locals as well as visitors, will give you a spiritual travel experience and also immense knowledge of the rich heritage of Sri Lanka.

Dolukanda : Dolukanda is another popular place in Sri Lanka with strong ties to the Indian epic Ramayana, situated near Hiripitiya, as it is one of five places where a piece of Sanjeevani Mountain was accidentally dropped by Lord Hanuman. According to legend, Rama asked Lord Hanuman to fetch herbs to save Lakshmana, who had been critically injured in the war with King Ravana. The whole Sanjeevani Mountain had been brought to Hanuman as he was unable to recognize the herb. Some parts of the mountain, namely Dolukanda, Rumassala, Ritigala, Thailand, and Kachchativu, fall in five places in Lanka while flying. Now at the foot of Dolukanda, there is a large but dilapidated monastery that also served as a healing center during the time of Anuradhapura.


Sita Kotuwa : As part of the Ramayana Tour Package, Gurulupotha, Sita Kotuwa is one of the important places to visit in Sri Lanka. This is the first place where after abducting her, Sita was held captive by King Ravana. This was the place surrounded by waterfalls and streams once the city of Lanakapura stood, and Seetha Devi was held at the palace of Queen Mandodhari at Lankapura until she was transferred to Ashoka Vatika. Seetha Kotuwa refers to the Fort of Seetha and got its name because Seetha Devi stayed here. There are so many tourist places in Sri Lanka, from soft-sand beaches to enchanting UNESCO World Heritage Sites, daunting mountains to thick wildlife, and from famous Buddhist worship locations to renowned Hindu temples. Besides, some ancient spiritual places that are connected to the great Hindu epic Ramayana are also home to this island nation. Sri Lanka is the best place to visit some important places connected with Ramayana as part of Sri Lanka if you are fond of history and mythology.

The Epic of Ramayana

The Ramayana is an ancient Sanskrit epic and an important part of the Hindu canon attributed to the poet Valmiki. The Ramayana consists of 7 chapters (K?nda), one of the most important literary works of ancient India, and narrates the tale of the abduction of Rama's wife Sita by Ravana, the demon (R?kshasa) king of Lanka. Ayodhya in India begins with the Ramayana and climaxes at Lankapura (Sri Lanka).Ramayana has fascinated many centuries and had a profound influence on art and culture in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. There are several places that are related to the Ramayana in Sri Lanka.

The R?vana Abduction of Sita : R?vana was Lanka's ruler, and there were nine other kingdoms. He was known as Davis (or Dasa Shirsha), meaning 10 heads, and for his ten kingdoms, he had ten crowns, one each. His Surpanakha sister went to Jambudweepa to do some business. At his hermitage, Surpanakha chanced upon Rama and became enamored of the handsome prince. Rama, who was loyal to his wife Sita, did not respond and asked Surpanakha to approach the unmarried Lakshmana.

Surpanakha, who was embarrassed by this, tried to attack Sita in frustration, claiming that Sita was the reason for her disdain for the men. Then Lakshmana intervened and cut Surpanakha's nose off. Surpanakha, frightened and in distress, immediately flew to Lanka to seek R?vana's safety. When Ravana asked the cause of his sister, Surpanakha said she saw Sita, a lady of incomparable beauty, and she wanted to bring her to Ravana. Sita Devi was held at the Lankapura palace of Queen Mandothari. The place where Sita was kept captive is known as Sita Kotuwa, which means the Sinhala Fort of Sita. It is assumed that R?vana had an aircraft repair center near Sita Kotuwa at Gurulupotha. In Sinhala, Gurulupotha means Pieces of Birds.

Taking Sita from Sita Kotuwa to Ashok Vatika : Ravana transferred Sita from Sita Kotuwa to the salubrious mountain garden of Ashok Vatika. The route was also said to be spectacularly beautiful, as Ravana wanted to show his kingdom's beauty to Sita. Still evident is the Chariot Route atop the mountain range. Sita Devi's tears are believed to have created the Sita Tear Pond close to the Chariot Road. Visitors were also able to see the famous Sita flowers that are endemic to this area.

Ashok Vatika Captivity : Ashok Vatika is a garden where Sita was kept captive by R?vana. It's in the Sita Eliya region close to Nuwara Eliya city. Part of the famous Ashok Vatika is the Hakgala Gardens, located at the base of the Hakgala Rock. A barren area atop the Hakgala Rock Jungle where Sita was held captive is the Sita Pokuna. Sita Devi is scheduled to bathe in Sita Eliya's stream. The Temple of Sita Amman is located in this location.

Ashok Vatika, Hanuman encounters Sita and Ravana

Hanuman agreed to test the power of King R?vana and his army of Rakshas after meeting Sita at Ashok Vatika. By uprooting trees and destroying the garden, he called for war. Hanuman was brought into the presence of R?vana after being captured by the Rakshasa guards. In response, Hanuman set the houses in the town on fire. One such torched place is Ussangoda. Hanuman was resting in Mani Kattuthar on the way back to India. Nearby is the village of Kondagala in Tamil, known as Kondakalai, where Sita is said to have ruined her hair as she passed by. The village also includes Sita Google, which are rice balls given to Sita by Ravana; she declined and threw them away.

After the visit by Hanuman, Sita is secret: One such complex of tunnels and caves is R?vanagoda, which means the position of Ravana in the Kotmale district. Another ingenious network of paths linking all major areas of King R?vana's city is Istreepura. In Sinhala, Istreepura means Women's Field.

Around Munneshwaram : It is believed that the Ramayana is predated by Munneswaram and there was a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. For Shiva, Munneswaram means the first temple (Munnu + Easwaran). There was already a Shiva Lingam here when Lord Rama visited the place. Rama left for Ayodhya with Sita in one of the vimanas of King Ravana after his triumphant war. He thought that Bramhaasthi (a malevolent black shadow) was trailing him because he had killed King Ravana, who was a Brahmin.        

Dolu Kanda-Drops of Sanjeevani : Both Rama and Lakshmana were struck by powerful arrows at various points during the war and fell unconscious. Hanuman was told to fetch life-saving herbs from the Himalayas in order to get them back to life. Hanuman went up to the hill, raised the entire hill, and took it with him as he could not find the herbs that saved his life alone. In Sri Lanka, parts of the hill fall on five sites, namely Rumasala in Galle, Dolu Kanda in Hiripitiya, Ritigala in Habarana,        

Diwurumpola : This is the location where Sita went through the "Agni" test. She came out unscathed and proved that she was innocent and pure. The message of the triumph of Rama over Ravana has been sent to Sita. She was caught on a palanquin before Rama after a bath and decorated with jewels. She was overwhelmed with emotion when she met her husband after such a long time, but Rama seemed lost in thought. He spoke at length, "I killed my enemy." As a true king, I have done my job.    

Temple of Sita Amman, Sita Eliya.

During her stay at Ashok Vatika, the stream flowing from the hill catered to the needs of Sita Devi. In this stream, she is said to have bathed. Three idols were found in the stream about a century ago, one of which was that of Sita. The idols are believed to have been worshipped for centuries at this site. There is now a temple by the side of this stream for Rama, Sita Devi, Lakshmana, and Hanuman.                          


Chariot Route and Pond Sita Tear : The mountain summit next to the mountain range overlooking Pussallawa's Frotoft Estate is the location where Hanuman first set foot on mainland Lanka. From that mountain range, this mountain known as Pawala Malai is visible. Between King Ravana's capital city and Ashoka Vatika, these hills stand tall.


Kondakalai : Like several other towns and villages in Sri Lanka, Kondakalai (also known as Kondagala) also derives its name from the Ramayana, when King Ravana took Sitadevi on a chariot to Ashoka Vatika, her hair was distorted by the speed of the chariot. Konda Kalai means deranging of hair in Tamil. To date, the villagers are living with this event's legacy. When King Ravana took Sitadevi to Ashoka Vatika on his chariot, he provided her with balls of vitaminized rice for refreshment. But during her journey, Sitadevi, who did not want to eat anything given by King Ravana, dispersed the rice balls all over the spot, and they are found up to date along the chariot route. These rice balls are called Sita Google by the local people and they recommend them for their kids as a treatment for stomach disorders and headaches. For prosperity, farmers should keep them in their cash boxes or grain pots.        

Kattuther Mani : This is a rock on the estate in Labookelle. Hanuman encountered Sitadevi and rested on this hilltop on his way to announce this happy knowledge to Rama. After meeting Sitadevi, the hilltop where Hanuman is thought to have rested is known as Mani Kattuther. An open temple stands on top of it today, with statues of Rama, Sitadevi, Lakshmana, and Hanuman. Locals often visit the temple.  


Kotuwa Sita : In Sinhala, Sita Kotuwa (also known as Seetha Kotuwa) means 'Sita's Fort' and got its name because of the captivity of Sitadevi at this spot. Initially, Sitadevi was kept in the palace of Queen Mandothari until she was transferred to Sita Kotua and then to Ashoka Vatika. The ruins of later civilizations are the remains found at Sita Kotuwa.

Itinerary

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Day 1 - Anuradhapura Day 2 - Jaffna Day 3 - Jaffna City Tour Day 4 - Trincomalee Sightseeing Day 5 - Kandy Sightseeing Day 6 - kandy to Katharagama Day 7 - Katharagama Sightseeing. Day 8 - Colombo City Tour (Departure)