2-Day Spiritual and Scenic Journey from Trichy to Rameswaram with Thirupullani, Uthirakosamangai, and Dhanushkodi

Day 1: Temple Visits and Travel

Trichy to Rameswaram on May 1, 2025

5:00am

Depart from Trichy

Start early to maximize your day, heading southeast towards Uthirakosamangai temple.
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5:30am

Uthirakosamangai Temple Visit

Visit Uthirakosamangai Mariamman Temple, known for its ancient history and intricate sculptures. The temple opens early at 5:00 am, allowing for an early morning peaceful darshan.
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6:30am

Proceed to Thirupullani

Travel towards Thirupullani to visit the revered temple there.
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7:30am

Thirupullani Temple Visit

Explore Thirupullani Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple, famous for its unique sand-pulling ritual. The temple opens by 5:30 am, so your timing is perfect for morning darshan.
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8:30am

Breakfast at Hotel Sri Uma Mess, Thirupullani

Enjoy a traditional South Indian breakfast with freshly made idlis, dosas, and filter coffee to energize yourself for the journey ahead.
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9:15am

Travel to Rameswaram

Drive to Rameswaram, the spiritual town famous for the Ramanathaswamy Temple and close to Dhanushkodi.
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10:45am

Check-in and Rest

Check into your hotel or guesthouse in Rameswaram to freshen up and prepare for temple visit.
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12:00pm

Lunch at Sri Murugan Mess

Relish authentic vegetarian South Indian meals including thali and tasty vegetarian curries.
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1:00pm

Ramanathaswamy Temple Visit

Explore Ramanathaswamy Temple, renowned for its magnificent corridor and sacred significance. The temple open hours are 5:30 am to 1:00 pm and then 3:30 pm to 8:30 pm, so there is a break between 1 pm and 3:30 pm.
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3:00pm

Leisure Break

Relax before the temple reopens for evening darshan.
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3:30pm

Evening Darshan at Ramanathaswamy Temple

Experience the peaceful evening atmosphere and rituals offered at the temple as it reopens.
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5:00pm

Visit local shops and explore

Browse local handicrafts and suvenirs near the temple and soak in the spirituality of Rameswaram.
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6:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Aryaas

Enjoy a variety of South Indian delicacies including dosas and biryani in a comfortable setting.
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7:00pm

Rest for the night

Prepare for the next day's excursion to Dhanushkodi and sightseeing.
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Day 2: Dhanushkodi and Return

Rameswaram to Trichy on May 2, 2025

6:00am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Start the day with a nutritious breakfast including fresh fruits and South Indian staples.
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6:45am

Depart for Dhanushkodi

Leave early to visit the famous ghost town of Dhanushkodi, open for sightseeing all day but best early to avoid heat.
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7:45am

Explore Dhanushkodi

Discover the ruins of this historic town destroyed in 1964 cyclone and enjoy the pristine beaches and panoramic views.
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9:45am

Visit Kothandaramaswamy Temple, near Dhanushkodi

This serene temple situated close to the sea is famous for its mythological significance and peaceful setting, open from early morning till evening.
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10:30am

Return to Rameswaram

Travel back to Rameswaram for final sightseeing and lunch before departing.
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11:30am

Rameswaram Local Sights or Rest

Use this time to visit any missed local attractions or relax at the hotel.
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12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Rameswaram Ark

Enjoy flavorful South Indian meals to power your return journey.
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1:30pm

Depart for Trichy

Start your return journey back to Trichy, concluding your spiritual and scenic two-day trip.
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