Things To Do in
Ayodhya

The newly consecrated grand temple — a masterpiece of Nagara architecture in pink Rajasthani sandstone. Darshan of Ram Lalla (infant Ram) inside the sanctum sanctorum.

The sacred birthplace of Lord Shri Ram — the ground zero of faith for 1.4 billion Hindus worldwide. The Ram Mandir is the centrepiece of this vast complex.

A 10th-century fort-temple atop a hillock — 76 steps lead to the shrine of Bal Hanuman (child Hanuman). Offers a panoramic view of Ayodhya cityscape.

The "Golden Palace" — dedicated to Sita Mata and Ram. The deities here are adorned with gold crowns. One of the most beautifully decorated temples in North India.

One of Ayodhya's most ancient temples — said to have been established by Kush (son of Ram). One of the few temples that stayed open even during the Mughal era.

The legendary kitchen of Goddess Sita — an ancient site where the kitchen used by Sita during Ram's reign is venerated. A serene, lesser-visited gem.

Modelled on Varanasi's Ganga Aarti — a grand evening aarti on the Saryu River ghats, with priests, lamps and conch shells echoing across the river.

A peaceful boat ride on the sacred Saryu — passing the illuminated Ram temple complex, ghats and the skyline of Ayodhya reflected in the river.

The ghat where Lord Ram is believed to have taken "Jal Samadhi" (returned to Vaikuntha). A deeply spiritual spot, 7 km from Ayodhya city.

A row of 12 ghats on the Saryu, considered the gateway to heaven. The site of the world's largest Diwali celebration — 20 lakh diyas lit every year.

An 8th-century temple where statues of Ram, Sita, Laxman and Hanuman are carved from a single black stone — believed to be the site of Ashwamedha Yagna by Lord Ram.

A Buddhist mound (stupa remains) from the Maurya period — one of the earliest historical monuments in Ayodhya, predating the Ram Janmabhoomi era.

A grand new cultural square in the city — a towering veena installation in tribute to Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar, a beloved landmark.