Visit Ramayana Sites in Sri

Lanka

Ramayana is one of the most well-known stories in the world. This ancient
Sanskrit epic was originally written by a sage named Valmiki and forms an
important part of the Hindu literature.
The story of Ramayana is about Lord Rama, who was born in a royal
family. Ravana, a demon king with ten heads abducts Sita, Ramas wife
and takes her to Weragantota in Sri Lanka. Rama with the help of his
brother Lakshman, Hanuman and an army of monkeys rescue Sita.

From the place where Sita was held captive, to

the pond that was formed with Sitas tears, to
the battlefield where the armies clashed and
the place where Ravana, the ten-headed demon
king faced his death, Sri Lanka has over 50
Ramayana sites to see. We at Ichiqoo are listing
the important sites you must see if you are
interested to follow the Ramayana Trail in Sri
Lanka.

Manavari Temple, Chilaw

According to the legend, Manavari is the first lingam mounted and
prayed by Lord Rama. This lingam has come to be referred at the
Ramalinga Shivan since it was made by Lord Rama.

Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple,

Ramboda

Lord Rama sought the help of Hanuman and the monkeys in search of
his wife, Sitadevi, who was abducted by Ravana. Hanuman spent
time on the hills of Ramboda and in his remembrance one can find
the Hanuman Temple built by Chinmaya Mission.

Seetha Amman Temple, Nuware Eliya

One of an interesting site to visit, be prepared to witness the
footprints of Hanuman by the river side. Ashoka Vatika is believed to
be a beautiful garden in the mountains where Sita was held captive.
During Sitas stay at the Ashoka Vatika, her daily baths happened by
the stream that ran from the hill. You can find a temple for Lord
Rama, Sita, Laskhmama, lord Ramas brother and Hanuman by the
side of the stream. Sitas tears is believed to have formed a pond
nearby and can be witnessed as well.

Ravana Ella Falls, Ella

This spectacular waterfall is a
must visit whether you go on a
Ramanaya trail or not!. Close to
Ella, this 1000 plus feet high
waterfall cascades into several
falls. Over time, the falls has
created a series of caves, thanks
to the limestone formation.
Legend says that Ravana used to
live in one of the caves above the
waterfall.

Ussanggoda
We all know about the incident
where Hanumans tail was set
on fire. After meeting Sita,
Hanuman wanted to test
Ravanas strength. He
destroyed the garden and was
captured by Ravanas guards.
As a lesson, his tail was sent
on fire. Hanuman went around
Ravanas empire and in turn
torched his kingdom. One of
the torched areas is
Ussanggoda.

Rumasela, Unawatuna Galle

Hanuman was instructed to bring a certain herb to save the lives of
the monkey army and Lakshmana during the war. Unable to identify
the correct herb in the mountain, he uprooted the entire mountain with
all the herbs and carried it with him. During Hanumans flight, parts of
this mountain is said to have fallen in five places in Sri Lanka, namely,
Rumasala in Galle, Dolukanda near Heripitiya, Ritigala near Habarana,
Thalladi in Mannar and Kachchativu.

Divurmpola, Nuware Eliya

When Sita was freed from Ravana, she had to undergo a test to prove
her chastity by offering herself to fire. She came unharmed and
ascertained her holiness by performing this ritual. Divurmpola also
means a place where one takes a vow.

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