Tiruayodhi - Sri Rama Mandir

Ayodhya, the holy city that witnessed spectacular glory was the capital and principal town of the kings of solar dynasty that exercised its sovereignty over Akhanda Bharata khanda with the heaven born Manu, as its first emperor. And as such it carved out an unenviable name among the holy cities, and in fact, occupies the first place in the fist of seven thrithas -Ayodhya, Mathura, Haridwar, Kasi, Kanchi, Ujjain and Dwaraka. It is here hundreds of sacrifices of all types were performed, including Putrakameshtiyaga by the Solar kings. Five of the illustrious Jain thirthankaras were born here. Buddha preached here his Dharma on several occasions and was largely attended by people of all classes, including kings. It was here venerable Vasistha - Kulaguru of Solar race lived, and was appointed so during the time of Sudasa, who won the Dasayajana war with his spiritual power. Tulasida's immortal work - Rama Charita Manasa was written here. There are now several temples Vaishnava, Saiva, Jain and mosques in this place. So, visiting is a MUST to the god-minded man and missing it is a misfortune; utters the yatri on the returning home.

Kanaka Bhavan

This main Rama mandir is situated in the heart of the city. Its architectural beauty and serenity lift the souls of yatris by its imposing sight. The beautiful white marbles idols of Sri Rama, Sita and LakshmaAa in standing posture installed on the gold plated simhasan, with gold crown in north Indian costumes feast the eyes and transports the viewers to blissful world. The garbhagriha is beautified with Pushkala Vimana and the thirtha is called Sarayu.

The chanting of 'Rama' by groups of people sitting in the spacious hall sends thrills. The sthalagna insists on uttering Rama again and again explaining that when the lips are parted to utter the first syllable 'RA', all sins escape, and with 'MA', the lips get closed, thereby allowing not any sin enter again into the mind of the chanter. It was the palace of Kaikeyi during the Dasaratha's reign, and she willingly gave away to Sita on entering Ayodhya first time after the marriage. The present temple built on the same site exudes divine beauty of exceptional charm.

It lies 5 km off Fizabad, a railhead in Uttar Pradesh, accessible by four wheelers.

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