Ayodhya Diwali

TOUR OVERVIEW:

Ayodhya is a city of cultural significance that is situated in the district of Faizabad in the state of Uttar Pradesh in India. The neighboring twin town of Ayodhya is Faizabad and it shares its municipal corporation with it. The city Ayodhya is well identified and popular because it is believed that it is the birthplace of Rama as well as setting of the Ramayana. Ayodhya has been regarded as one of the seven most important pilgrimage sites that is also known as 'Saptapuri' for Hindus. Legends also believe that the birth place of Rama was marked by a holy temple, which is said to have demolished in orders under the Mughal Emperor Babur. Thailand (Ayutthaya) and Indonesia (Yogyakarta) are being named after Ayodhya only. Ayodhya is believed to be a very important place for Hindus because it is home to a number of pilgrimage centres that people from all over the nation visit. Brahmanda Purana includes a verse about Ayodhya that quotes it as "the most sacred and foremost cities", while the others include Kashi, Mathura, Avantika, Kanchi and Haridvara. Staying in this city is not at all a matter of concern because there are a number of Dharamshalas that are available near the railway stations as well as popular tourist attractions. Some of the famous Dharamshalas are Ram Dham Guest House, Pathik Niwas Saket and Birla Dharamshala. Ayodhya temples are nationwide famous as it is home to very sacred temples such as Mani Parvat Temple, Kanak Bhavan, Janki Mahal and Hanuman Garhi temple. The festivals in Ayodhya too are celebrated vibrantly and uniquely in Ayodhya. This makes the city lively and gifts one a spectacular view in and around the city. Ayodhya Diwali is one of the best times to visit this city because the festival of lights, Diwali lightens up the city in a way that your eyes will get mesmerized by the picturesque view. Book tour packages with Sushant Travels for Ayodhya Diwali and experience the city in a unique way.

TOP PLACES TO WITNESS AYODHYA DIWALI:

• Ram Ki Paidi - Ram ki Paidi is situated near the Naya Ghat and it was built in between the year 1984 and 1985. The River Sarayu is the main attraction that is visited by a lot of people to witness Ayodhya Diwali. A number of religious events take place near the ghats and rituals are being performed here.
• Dashrath Bhavan - Dashrath Bhavan is located in the heart of Ayodhya that was been constructed on the same place where Raja Dashrath resided. At present, this place is home to shrine of Lord Ram along with Lakshman and Sita as the main deities. This place gets lit up by the lights and lanterns and is visited by a large number of people every Diwali.
• Kanak Bhavan temple - Kanak Bhavan temple is also called as 'Sone Ka Ghar' which was built in around 19th century. Kanak Bhavan is a holy and spiritual place that is flooded by tourists and locals every Diwali. Kanak Bhavan is considered as one of the best places to visit in Ayodhya for witnessing Ayodhya Diwali as there are a number of religious events that take place where is spectacular to watch.
• Ramkatha Park - Ramkatha park, is famous for Ramcharit Manas Katha. This park is all green and very big that throws a number of religious events throughout the year in Ayodhya. Ramkatha Park during Diwali is one of the best places to visit in Ayodhya as this place gets lit up by a number of diyas, gets decorated by rangolis, lanterns and firecrackers being burst by children. A number of religious performances take place every Diwali in this park that the thousands of audience enjoy every year.

Some other top attractions to witness Diwali in Ayodhya are Raja Mandir, Shri Ram Janma Bhoomi, Naya Ghat, Janki Mahal and Mani Parvat temple.

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT AYODHYA DIWALI:

• The state government of Uttar Pradesh organises 'Deepotsav - A Carnival of Lights' in Ayodhya every Diwali.
• Every nook and corner of Ayodhya was lit up with lamps and lamps galore next evening when the exile king and queen, Lord Rama and Sita stepped out of the Pushpaka Ratha.
• At the Ram ki Paidi place, three plus lakhs of diyas lit up every year aiming to grab a place in the Guinness Book of Record.
• Celebration of Diwali in Ayodhya is an altogether unique experience as no matter what the religions of the people are, everyone engages in Ayodhya Diwali and celebrate it together.
• Near the site of Deepotsav, a 30 feet statue of lord Rama was made by the artists from Maharashtra in Ayodhya Diwali 2018.
• Narration of the story of Ramayana on the banks of Saryu river in Ayodhya is being organised by a special laser show and water show.
• One of the top things to do in Ayodhya that is famous nationwide is to witness the celebration of Diwali in Ayodhya and so, a number is tourists every year in Diwali travel to witness Ayodhya Diwali.
• A number of vibrant firecrackers burst in Ayodhya soon after the Ram Katha at Ram ki Paidi is being delivered thus welcoming happiness. Diwali celebration in Ayodhya is witnessed by thousands of people every year in Ram Ki Paidi.
• The first foreign dignitary at Diwali festivities in India was the South Korean First Lady Kim Jung Sook.
• On first day, devotees celebrate Dhanteras in Ayodhya. On the second day, the Hindus celebrate Choti Diwali and the Roop Chaturdashi while on the third day, the Lakshmi Pooja and the Chopda Pooja are performed in huge numbers. Then on the fourth day of Diwali, the devotees proceed with Govardhan Pooja and the Annakoot. Lastly, on the fifth day of Diwali in Ayodhya, the Bhai puja is done with other poojas.
• Yogi Adithyanath, the political leader also celebrates Diwali in Ayodhya at famous and major locations.
• Stunning rangolis near the ghats and temples in Ayodhya are being intricately designed that look very beautiful and colorful.
• In year 2018, Diwali celebration in Ayodhya attracted many foreign dignitaries, like artists from South Korea, Russia, Cambodia, Trinidad and Laos also performed and entertained everyone over there by their talents.

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This Diwali, visit "The Land of Ram - Ayodhya" and bring eternal colors to your life. Ayodhya has a rich history as well as large number of legends in the historical time. Ayodhya was the erstwhile capital of the famous Awadh kingdom and it holds an important role in the Hindu epic, Ramayana. Ayodhya is a center of rich culture and religious heritage that is home to various temples and other charming attractions that makes this city one of the best place to visit in Uttar Pradesh. Lakhs and lakhs of diyas lit up while Ayodhya Diwali comes in the corners of the city and makes the whole city illuminated. Ayodhya Diwali is something that you must experience atleast once in your life time as it is celebrated very differently over here since it was the birth place of Rama and everything in history related to Diwali took place over here. Feel like having a vacation but missing cultural trip? So try the fusion of a cultural and religious holiday package. Celebrate your Diwali in Ayodhya and make your life more beautiful. Sushant Travels brings before you a number of Ayodhya Diwali tour packages that are pocket friendly and will guarantee you a fun that you would never forget. Book Ayodhya Tour Packages with us as soon as possible so that we can make the best stay arrangements for you, book best travel tickets and provide you an amazing experience of witnessing Diwali celebration in Ayodhya.